MusaThe fight to stay in the Premier League is reaching a critical stage for Leeds United, and former England striker Alan Shearer believes the Yorkshire side are in serious danger of being dragged deeper into the relegation battle.
With only a handful of matches remaining in the season, every point is becoming increasingly valuable for teams fighting to avoid the drop. Leeds, who had briefly looked comfortable in mid-table earlier in the campaign, now find themselves hovering just above the danger zone after a difficult run of results.
Their upcoming trip to face Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park could prove to be one of the most important fixtures of their season.
Recent Results Increase the Pressure
Leeds’ situation has worsened following consecutive defeats against Manchester City and Sunderland AFC.
Those losses have allowed several relegation rivals to close the gap, leaving Daniel Farke’s side only three points above the relegation zone.
The bottom half of the table is currently incredibly tight, with only a few points separating multiple teams battling to survive.
Current Bottom-Six Standings
- 15th – Leeds United – 31 points
- 16th – Tottenham Hotspur – 29 points
- 17th – Nottingham Forest – 28 points
- 18th – West Ham United – 28 points
- 19th – Burnley FC – 19 points
- 20th – Wolverhampton Wanderers – 16 points
With such a narrow margin separating several clubs, one bad weekend of results could dramatically alter the standings.
Shearer’s Honest Verdict
Speaking ahead of Leeds’ trip to London, Shearer shared his thoughts on the situation and admitted that Leeds have allowed themselves to be dragged back into the relegation fight.
According to the former Newcastle United striker, Leeds’ recent defeat to Sunderland was particularly damaging.
“Leeds have been dragged into the relegation battle again after their last game against Sunderland – a poor result at home.”
Shearer also pointed out that Crystal Palace have been inconsistent this season, making the match difficult to predict.
“Crystal Palace are up and down, and it seems to be a bit chaotic at their club. I’m going to go draw.”
His prediction highlights just how evenly matched the contest could be.
A Tough Away Assignment
While Palace have struggled for consistency, Leeds’ away form this season has also been a concern.
The Whites have not won an away league match since September, which makes their trip to Selhurst Park even more daunting.
Manager Daniel Farke knows that his side must start picking up points on the road if they want to avoid being pulled deeper into the survival battle.
However, there are some encouraging signs for Leeds despite the worrying statistics.
Signs of Improvement Away From Home
Although Leeds’ overall away record looks poor, their recent performances on the road suggest they may be turning a corner.
Since December, Leeds have produced several solid away displays, showing greater resilience and organisation.
Leeds Away Form Since December
- Games: 9
- Wins: 2
- Draws: 6
- Losses: 1
- Goals Scored: 13
- Goals Conceded: 11
Those numbers indicate that Leeds have become far harder to beat away from home.
In fact, many supporters felt the team deserved more from recent trips to face Everton FC and Aston Villa.
If Leeds can replicate those performances, they may still have a strong chance of securing a positive result against Palace.
A Critical Moment in the Season
With just a few games remaining, Leeds are entering what could be the defining period of their campaign.
Every match from now until the end of the season carries enormous significance, especially against teams around them in the table.
For Farke, the focus will be on maintaining composure and ensuring his players do not allow pressure to derail their performances.
Leeds have shown throughout the season that they possess the quality to compete at this level. However, consistency has often been their biggest problem.
Palace Also Searching for Stability
Leeds may take some encouragement from Crystal Palace’s recent form at home.
Manager Oliver Glasner has struggled to establish consistent results at Selhurst Park, with Palace winning only one of their last eight home games.
That record suggests Leeds could have an opportunity to claim an important point—or even a crucial victory—if they approach the match with the right mentality.
The Stakes Could Not Be Higher
For Leeds, the upcoming clash is not just another fixture—it could be a turning point in their season.
A win would create valuable breathing space between themselves and the relegation zone, while a defeat could leave them dangerously close to dropping into the bottom three.
Shearer’s warning serves as a reminder that Leeds cannot afford to relax at this stage of the campaign.
With survival on the line, the pressure is now firmly on Farke’s squad to deliver when it matters most.
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Kwaghterna Garshagu