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Leeds looks for improvement in Premier League under Daniel Farke

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:01 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Leeds looks for improvement in Premier League under Daniel Farke

Summary

Leeds United aims for a stronger performance in the 2026-27 Premier League season after securing their place in the league last year and reaching the FA Cup semi-finals. Under the management of Daniel Farke, the team is predicted to finish 12th by Guardian writers, an improvement from their 14th place finish last season. The focus for Leeds will be on building on last season's successes and enhancing their competitive edge in the upcoming campaign. The club is set to start their season in the coming weeks.

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By the Numbers

•Daniel Farke aims for further improvement at Leeds United.
•Leeds reached the FA Cup semi-finals last season.
•Guardian predicts Leeds to finish 12th this season.
•Last season, Leeds finished in 14th place.

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11:01 PMThe Guardian Sport — Premier League 2026-27 preview No 13: Leeds

What they're saying

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After keeping Leeds up last season and reaching an FA Cup semi-final, Daniel Farke has good reason to expect further improvement at Elland Road Guardian writers’ predicted position: 12th (NB: this is not necessarily Louise Taylor’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips) Last season’s position: 14th Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Louise Taylor

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