Leeds’ Anfield resolve vindicates Farke as Justin excels amid library jibes and off-camera flashpoints | OneFootball

Leeds United earned a disciplined 0-0 draw at Anfield, frustrating Liverpool and extending an unbeaten run to six. The result leaves Daniel Farke’s side seven points clear of West Ham United in the drop zone.

yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk notes that Farke’s rotated XI delivered, with James Justin outstanding at right wing-back and in central defence. Sebastiaan Bornauw impressed on his full Premier League debut, looking assured against top-flight quality.

Referee Chris Kavanagh drew complaints from both teams, notably a non-award for Anton Stach and a yellow card for Ethan Ampadu. Arne Slot’s side could not find a way through and, for a second time, he found no solution against Farke, later saying it was not easy.

Anfield roared for the anthem, then the noise often ebbed, leaving spells that felt like football in a library. It served as a caution for the 49ers’ expansion plans, since bigger grounds and success can mute crowds.

Off-camera, Farke inspected the pitch in short sleeves and goalkeeper Alex Cairns advised Lucas Perri before a crisp pass to coach Ed Wootten. Noah Okafor spoke with Christopher John, then pulled his snood up in the cold.

A giant flag misfire amused the away end, and a young mascot slipped before a brief kickabout with Virgil van Dijk.

Farke briefed Ilia Gruev and protested after Leeds were denied a free-kick just before Liverpool received one. Fitness coach Chris Domogalla lobbed an energy gel to Bornauw, and Leeds coach John bit back at home-fan mockery after a disallowed visitors’ goal.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk