The visit to Vicarage Road to face Watford represents one of Leeds United’s biggest games since returning to the Premier League. Victory would help Jesse Marsch’s side take a huge step towards safety whilst defeat drags them right back into the relegation battle.
On the back of a three-game unbeaten run, the Whites go into the match in strong form with seven points from a possible nine in those games. Marsch’s opposite number on Saturday, Roy Hodgson, is under no illusions of the strength of his upcoming opponents since the American replaced Marcelo Bielsa.
"Since Marcelo Bielsa took over Leeds, and now Jessie Marsh has come in, we have seen a Leeds side that is very competitive," said the Watford boss. "We have seen a Leeds side that had a fantastic season last season and looks like they are pulling well away from the relegation zone this season.
