Given the manner of their performances against each of Birmingham City and Cardiff City, the assumption was that Leeds would make light work of Preston North End on Sunday.
Instead, an early goal for the visitors forced the Yorkshire giants to work much harder than they may have envisaged, as they only sealed a 2-1 victory through a last-gasp penalty.
Joel Piroe‘s spot kick ensured that Leeds remained on the coattails of the top three, staying within four points of Ipswich Town ahead of the Tractor Boys travelling to leaders Leicester City on Monday night.
Regardless of the outcome of that fixture, Daniel Farke can only be encouraged by the trajectory of his team, particularly at Elland Road when they are unbeaten in 14 Championship fixtures.
Their form away from home will eventually have to improve, but Farke will be solely focused on trying to overcome his former side, who are showing signs that they could become a factor in the playoff race.
The short turnaround for Leeds may result in Farke tinkering with his starting lineup, potentially handing a recall to Piroe.
Patrick Bamford could potentially drop down to the substitutes’ bench, while Liam Cooper may start in defence after successfully returning after a groin issue.
Wilfried Gnonto will have a hip injury assessed, but the Italy international will not be considered for a starting role.
Meanwhile, Wagner is unlikely to make many changes – if any – to his Norwich XI after the win over West Brom.
Christian Fassnacht and Adam Idah are both alternatives in the final third, but they may have to make do with a spot among the replacements.
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Leeds United possible starting lineup:
Meslier; Gray, Rodon, Cooper, Firpo; Ampadu, Kamara; James, Rutter, Summerville; Piroe
Norwich City possible starting lineup:
Gunn; Stacey, Duffy, Gibson, Giannoulis; McLean, Sara; Rowe, Barnes, Sainz; Sargent
