The majority of Leeds United supporters, like most around the country, will have rejoiced in England's 3-0 FIFA World Cup triumph against Senegal on Sunday evening.
Gareth Southgate's side cruised to victory over the reigning AFCON champions thanks to goals from Jordan Henderson, Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka, booking a quarter-final date against France on Saturday.
Amid nationwide jubilation, United fans can also take comfort in the impact that the Three Lions' progression may have on Leeds' return to Premier League action.
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Wednesday, December, 28 sees reigning champions Manchester City visit Elland Road upon the recommencement of top-flight fixtures, with the sternest of challenges awaiting Jesse Marsch and co.
Whilst World Cup trio Rasmus Kristensen, Tyler Adams and Brenden Aaronson will be returning to Thorpe Arch ahead of vital preparation following their nation's respective exits, Pep Guardiola will see a number of his international stars play a part during the latter stages of the competition.
John Stones, Kyle Walker, Phil Foden, Jack Grealish and ex-White Kalvin Phillips form the largest contingent from one club within England's travelling party, meaning the risk of injury remains present for Guardiola's men.
The Spaniard will, presumably, also be keen to get such a significant group of players back on the training ground before their visit to Yorkshire and a subsequent vital winter period in their pursuit of a third consecutive Premier League title.
It is not just England's success that could hamper the club's seasonal preparations. City have the greatest number of individuals currently on World Cup duty of any British club (14).
Below is a list of those currently featuring in Qatar that call the Etihad Stadium their home.
Manchester City
Manuel Akanji - Switzerkand
Ederson - Brazil
John Stones - England
Kyle Walker - England
Kalvin Phillips - England
Phil Foden - England
Jack Grealish - England
Joao Cancelo - Portugal
Ruben Dias - Portugal
Bernardo Silva - Portugal
Nathan Ake - Netherlands
Aymeric Laporte - Spain
Rodri - Spain
Julian Alvarez - Argentina
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