Leeds United get their FA Cup campaign under way with an away trip to Championship opposition. Cardiff City are the opponents as the Whites aim to end their 51-year wait without a domestic cup.
Alarmingly for Leeds, the form book is against them. Not only are United failing to gain momentum in the league, but they are winless in the previous five games - losing four - between both sides.
Jesse Marsch has endured an injury-ravaged campaign, with Stuart Dallas, Luis Sinisterra, Patrick Bamford all suffering long-term absences. None of the trio are expected to make the Cardiff clash.
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Adam Forshaw is also a doubt after missing the West Ham United draw in midweek, with Marsch revealing a hip injury is giving him discomfort. On a positive note, the American hinted at a possible debut for new arrival Maximilian Wober.
The recently-signed defender was introduced to the Elland Road crowd ahead of the 2-2 draw with the Hammers. Capable of playing centre-back or left-back, Wober could be thrown into the action at the Cardiff City Stadium.
An intense fixture list from now until May may force Marsch to freshen up his side. Using our widget below, put yourself in the Leeds manager’s shoes and pick your team for the Bluebirds tie.
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