Junior Firpo has been speaking ahead of Leeds United’s important game against Leicester City at Elland Road on Friday. The Whites enter the game second in the Championship but nine points behind their opponents, knowing that a tenth consecutive victory might throw the race for first place wide open. It is undoubtedly the biggest game of the season so far, and Leicester defender Wout Faes expects a ‘great’ contest, especially following their defeat to Middlesbrough last time out. Friday nights under the lights at Elland Road frequently bring out the best in the Leeds crowd, and in an interview with the Yorkshire Evening Post, Firpo was questioned about the atmosphere he anticipates. The 27-year-old claims he has never participated in. The 27-year-old claims he’s never been to a game like this before and feels the home crowd will make it incredibly difficult for Leicester. Firpo explains what he expects from Elland Road He stated, “I expect a great environment. I’ve never been in a game like the one I’m expecting on Friday night. It’s very crucial. I’m not sure how many points were between them and us; maybe 17? “But if we win now, we’ll be six games behind with 13 to go. I expect us to have a great Elland Road, but they will have a difficult time. Definitely, it will make a difference.” There is still a long way to go in the promotion race after this weekend, but another win would give Leeds a huge boost heading into the rest of the season. Leeds are unbeaten at home this season, and they will aim to capitalise when the league leaders visit West Yorkshire this weekend.
