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James Smailes

Leeds United boss Javi Gracia hits out after Arsenal selection jibes as Nottingham Forest promise made

Leeds United head coach Javi Gracia has come out fighting in defence of the team he picked to play against Arsenal last time out and insists fans will see a different approach from his side Tuesday night when they host Nottingham Forest.

Gracia started with Brenden Aaronson as a false nine and left both Rodrigo and Patrick Bamford on the bench, with Bamford only coming on for the final few minutes when the game was lost. Pascal Struijk also got the nod over captain Liam Cooper in another surprise move.

While a number of team selection decision were questioned by supporters and some pundits alike, Gracia was keen to point out how well he believes his side handled the Premier League leaders, while also admitting the approach will change against a fellow relegation rival in Nottingham Forest.

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