Leeds dropped to within three points of the relegation zone as Liverpool ran riot over them last night in front of a crowd of 53, 018. Few Whites fans would have expected much change from a visit to Anfield, but nobody was prepared to see such a vulnerable Leeds side, devoid of ideas and rudderless in midfield.

With one eye on the Carabao Cup final at the weekend, Reds Manager Jurgen Klopp made five changes to the Liverpool line up. In truth, he could have made eleven changes, and it may not have changed the outcome of the game. Leeds showed plenty of effort and willing, but looked jaded and lacked the confidence and belief in their own abilities; a start difference to the line-up that went toe to toe with the Reds on the opening day of the 20.21 season.

Bielsa's one dimensional tactics were heavily criticised all night by the pundits. It is now up to Bielsa to show the World his metal. He needs to pick his players up (mentally) and prepare to go into battle against Spurs at Elland Road on Saturday lunchtime. Tottenham showed their vulnerability last night, losing 1-0 to Burnley. If Burnley can turn them over, so can we!

	Line Up		Nat	Match Events
		Meslier, Illan Goalkeeper
		Dallas, Stuart Defender
		Ayling, Luke Defender
		Struijk, Pascal Defender
		Firpo, Junior Defender
		Forshaw, Adam Midfielder
		Dias Belloli, Raphinha Midfielder
		Klich, Mateusz Midfielder
		Moreno, Rodrigo Forward
		Harrison, Jack Midfielder
		James, Daniel Midfielder
	Subs		Nat	Match Events
		Shackleton, Jamie Midfielder
		Roberts, Tyler Forward
		Gelhardt, Joe Forward
		Klaesson, Kristoffer Goalkeeper		Unused Sub
		Bate, Lewis Midfielder		Unused Sub
		Cresswell, Charlie Defender		Unused Sub
		Summerville, Crysencio Midfielder		Unused Sub
		McCarron, Liam Midfielder		Unused Sub
		Kenneh, Nohan Defender		Unused Sub

	References
	LEEDSTATS: Leeds United Season 2021/2022
	Sheridan Dictates: Season Statistics 2021-22
	Leeds United Programme Guide: Season 2021/22