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'I don't want to get drawn into it'
TL;DR
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke aims to secure Premier League safety against Burnley after a recent FA Cup semi-final loss to Chelsea. Kaiser Chiefs bassist Simon Rix expresses confidence in Leeds' ability to achieve this goal.
Key points
- Leeds United lost to Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-final.
- Simon Rix is confident Leeds will secure Premier League safety.
- Leeds United's focus is now on their match against Burnley.
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Kaiser Chiefs bassist Simon Rix would "bet his house" on Leeds United confirming their Premier League safety on Friday night against Burnley.
The Yorkshire side lost to Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-final on Sunday, but now their focus turns to cementing their Premier League safety.
Speaking on the Don't Go To Bed Just Yet podcast, Rix said: "It'd be great to win against Burnley, season over sort of thing under the lights. But a point, like what we have been accumulating, we have just got to keep on doing that. I don't want to get drawn into it but I can just see everyone getting all the points."
Jonny Buchan said: "A win would take Leeds nine points clear of Tottenham. Spurs would have four games left to play, they're on the road this weekend at Aston Villa, all three sides below Leeds are away this weekend, which is beneficial I think."
Adam Pope echoed: "Just get it done Friday night, Leeds."
This prompted Rix to "bet his house" on Leeds confirming their safety on Friday with three points against Burnley, which would take them up to 13th on 43 points.
Q&A
What does Simon Rix predict for Leeds United's match against Burnley?
Simon Rix believes Leeds United will confirm their Premier League safety against Burnley, stating he would 'bet his house' on it.
How did Leeds United perform in their recent FA Cup semi-final?
Leeds United lost to Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-final on Sunday, which has shifted their focus to securing Premier League safety.
What is Leeds United's current strategy for Premier League safety?
Leeds United aims to accumulate points consistently, with a focus on achieving at least a draw against Burnley to ensure their safety.
