Nottingham Forest v Leeds-preview
By Andy Baggott August 24 2007
Leeds travel to Nottingham Forest, lifted by a 100% start to the season. Last week's 4-1 win over Southend would have lifted us to the top of the table if it were not for the 15 point penalty. Although late goals by Flo, Marquez and Beckford gave the scoreline a flattering look, it shows that Wise has the players playing to the end - we have scored 5 of our 7 goals in the last 15 minutes...
By Andy Baggott August 24 2007
Leeds travel to Nottingham Forest, lifted by a 100% start to the season. Last week's 4-1 win over Southend would have lifted us to the top of the table if it were not for the 15 point penalty. Although late goals by Flo, Marquez and Beckford gave the scoreline a flattering look, it shows that Wise has the players playing to the end - we have scored 5 of our 7 goals in the last 15 minutes...
Forest are a side who were expected to challenge for the title. However, they are yet to get going, and whilst strong at the back, are having a problem in front of goal. Boss Calderwood is under some pressure, with Forest's supporters expecting a return to the higher divisions. Like ourselves, Forest have a fantastic history, and we both should be performing at a much higher level - however, both clubs must fight their way back to the big time - something I am sure they will both do in time.
Leeds may well keep the same line up as last week. Although Flo came off the bench to score a cracker of a goal, he is still not fit enough to complete a full 90 minutes. Andy Hughes and Westlake both have knocks, so Carole (who impressed as a sub last time out) and new loan signing Clapham are on standby. Jonathon Douglas, a subject of much transfer rumour, should retain his place after pulling out of the Ireland squad midweek. The midfielders withdrawal, for an apparent injury, led to much speculation that the former Blackburn man was tying up a transfer. However, with no official word from Leeds, it looks as though he is available to play.
There may still be some transfer news ahead of the game, with Dennis Wise still looking to bring in new faces....
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Posted by: Andy Baggott (IP Logged)
Date: 2007:08:24:11:36:12
damn my spelling!!!and I can't amend Orest to Forest,,,DOH
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