Lack of goals 'a concern' but Leeds 'ultimately a point better off'
[Getty Images] BBC Radio Leeds commentator Adam Pope says Saturday's goalless draw against Brentford is "an opportunity missed" in the Whites' battle for Premier League survival. Daniel Farke's side moved four points clear of West Ham, who occupy the final relegation place, but are now winless in their past six Premier League games and have gone four without scoring. "It was a boring game," said Pope on BBC Radio Leeds' Don't Go To Bed Just Yet podcast.
"Ultimately, with time to reflect, Leeds are a point better off. "I felt like it was an opportunity missed at the time, I thought they dealt with Igor Thiago pretty well and nullified Brentford's threat. "But, fundamentally, there just wasn't enough going on at the other end.
"I did feel in the second half Ethan Ampadu led the team really well in trying to push for a win and if anybody was going to win, it would be Leeds. But they have fallen short and not scored for a fourth game running, which is a concern. "It puts a lot of pressure on the upcoming Burnley and Wolves games at home, that's all I'd say, particularly with Manchester United away next after the international break and FA Cup.
"All the ingredients for a good atmosphere under the lights were there but it just didn't happen. You have to credit the respect Brentford gave Leeds by going five at the back and stifling them, but I felt the atmosphere was lacking and there was not much for the crowd to cheer on. " Listen to the full episode Explore all Leeds United content on BBC Sounds [BBC]