Former Everton defender Joleon Lescott has warned Leeds United that they are still in big trouble in the relegation battle. He has claimed that Everton will get 'seven or eight points' in their final run-in, meaning the Whites could have real pressure on their final fixtures, should they fail to take any points in their next three, difficult fixtures.
Lescott was speaking to LiveScore, saying: "Leeds are not out of the woods yet either. The Whites may only require three or four points to make sure of their safety but they will do well to take anything from upcoming meetings with Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea.
"They could quite easily need results against Brighton and Brentford, which will be easier said than done if they are arriving off the back of three heavy defeats. Jesse Marsch's men also trail the other two sides badly in terms of their goal difference — something which could easily still play a part.”
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The ex-England centre back also spoke about Everton's run-in. He noted the importance of matches against Watford and Brentford as 'must-win games'.
"Having looked at the Toffees’ remaining fixtures, I reckon they can pick up seven or eight points between now and the end of the season which should see them scramble to safety. Clashes with Watford and Brentford next month are simply must-win games and I expect them to do so. But they are also going to need to find a battling draw or two from elsewhere.
"Being realistic, that’s going to be hard work against Thomas Tuchel’s side, or away at Arsenal on the final day. Therefore, a big result at Leicester or when hosting Crystal Palace may be a necessity.”
Joleon Lescott was speaking to LiveScore. To read his full column, click here
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