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Matty Hewitt

Leeds United fans shocked after Raphinha benched to face Manchester United

Leeds United fans have been left shocked by Marcelo Bielsa's decision to bench Raphinha.

The Brazilian international has been one of the Whites' standout players this season and many fans had expected him to start with bragging rights on the line against Manchester United.

Adam Forshaw replaces Raphinha in the starting XI with the Brazilian winger dropping to the bench. Junior Firpo returns to the squad but Stuart Dallas maintains his position at left-back.

Leeds supporters have had to wait 19 years to witness their side take on their old rivals at Elland Road after coronavirus robbed them of the occasion last year.

With that in mind, Leeds United fans have taken to social media to make their feelings know.

@CM4892 tweeted: "This is something else. What is this!"

@LUFC_Jake_ said: "The biggest game for the fans in 20 years, and this is how we line up?"

@PointlessSword tweeted: "Hopefully it's just tactical and brings him on when they are tired in 2nd half and he runs rings round them. Maybe Harrison and James offer more in defence. Who knows. Just hoping for Leeds to play well."

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