Gnonto In, James Out: Farke’s Leeds Ready for Preston Clash at Elland Road
As the Sky Bet Championship heats up, Leeds United are back at Elland Road for another crucial clash — this time, taking on Preston North End in what promises to be an electric afternoon of football. Daniel Farke has announced his starting XI, and there’s just one change from the side that secured a confident midweek victory over Middlesbrough.
The big news? Willy Gnonto steps into the starting lineup, replacing Dan James, who’s sidelined with an injury. That one switch is enough to raise eyebrows and spark excitement — Gnonto brings flair, energy, and unpredictability in the final third, and Leeds fans will be hoping he delivers.
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Karl Darlow retains his spot in goal, a solid presence between the posts. Ahead of him, the backline features Ethan Ampadu, who captains the side, alongside Joe Rodon, Jayden Bogle, and Junior Firpo. It’s a unit that’s shown growing cohesion in recent weeks, and they’ll be key in keeping Preston’s attack at bay.
In midfield, Ilia Gruev and Ao Tanaka form the engine room — both industrious and intelligent players who’ll look to control possession and dictate the tempo. Further forward, Gnonto is joined by Brenden Aaronson, Manor Solomon, and Joel Piroe, offering a dynamic and creative threat in attack. With this mix of technical skill and sharp movement, Leeds have the tools to unlock even the most stubborn defences.
The bench is stacked with depth and options, too — Illan Meslier, Patrick Bamford, Largie Ramazani, Sam Byram, Max Wöber, Isaac Schmidt, Josuha Guilavogui, Mateo Joseph, and James Debayo are all ready to make an impact if called upon.
Kick-off is set for 12:30 pm, and the game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. For those who can’t make it to the stadium or access the stream, the club’s live blog has you covered with minute-by-minute updates.
Farke’s team looks hungry and ready, and with the atmosphere at Elland Road always electric, this one could be another step forward in Leeds’ promotion push. All eyes on the pitch — let’s see what unfolds.
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