Alan Shearer makes bold Leeds United Premier League prediction

Leeds United incredible turnaround after tactical tweak

Shearer’s confidence is bolstered by a significant mid-season turnaround orchestrated by manager Daniel Farke.

Following a difficult start that saw Leeds lingering in the drop zone, Farke abandoned his preferred 4-2-3-1 for a more robust 3-5-2 (or 5-3-2 out of possession) formation.

The tactical shift has paid dividends, providing defensive stability while maximising the aerial threat of striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin and the creativity of midfielder Anton Stach.

The change has made Leeds harder to beat and more dangerous on the break, transforming them from relegation fodder into a competitive outfit capable of grinding out results.

Strong home form the foundation for Leeds

The statistics back up Shearer’s assessment. Leeds have turned Elland Road into a fortress, picking up the majority of their points on home soil.

Leeds United’s home form of late

• Played: 7

• Wins: 4

• Draws: 2

• Losses: 1

• Goals scored: 15

• Goals conceded: 10

Recent victories against fellow strugglers like Nottingham Forest have been crucial, dragging them away from the immediate danger zone.