Daniel Farke confronts Leeds United formation dilemma as major injury blow confirmed

Daniel Farke confronts Leeds United formation dilemma as major injury blow confirmed

Daniel Farke spoke about his mindset in regards to line-up philosophy

Comments Sport Isaac Johnson Leeds United reporter 14:38, 02 Dec 2025

View Image Daniel Farke manager of Leeds United gives his team instructions (Image: SmartFrame/News Images)

The last time Daniel Farke started a game with a 3-5-2 formation was 30 months ago , while at former club Borussia Monchengladbach. Now in West Yorkshire, Leeds United fans are imploring him to break this streak. ‌

His half-time change of system worked wonders for Leeds at Manchester City last weekend, with the visitors coming from 2-0 down to draw level 23 minutes after the break. It was ultimately only a bit of magic from Phil Foden th