Daniel Farke's controversial decision to drop Ao Tanaka in favor of Ethan Ampadu proved successful as Leeds United secured a comfortable victory over Stoke City on Boxing Day.
Daniel Farke's priority during the festive season is to keep his Leeds United squad fresh and performing at their best. His decision to bench Ao Tanaka for the Boxing Day match against Stoke City raised eyebrows. Farke opted for Ethan Ampadu 's physical presence in midfield, believing his team needed that steel after a demanding schedule. While some fans questioned the move, Ampadu delivered a solid performance alongside Joe Rothwell.
Leeds dominated possession (over 76%) and shots on goal (20 compared to Stoke's three) in a one-sided victory. Former Leeds player Stuart Dallas praised Farke's decision, highlighting Tanaka's impressive form this season. Dallas believes the manager has a strong midfield selection dilemma. As the season reaches the halfway point, Leeds are in a stronger position than last year at this time. Dallas emphasizes the fanbase's expectations for promotion and believes the squad is capable of achieving that goal.
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