Keeping everyone fresh and sharp in his Leeds United squad is Daniel Farke's objective over the festive period. Eyebrows were raised over his decision to drop Ao Tanaka to the bench at Stoke City on Boxing Day.

Derby are a far better home team than most of the bottom half of the division. The only team below the Rams with a better record at home is Luton Town. It highlights that the game is something of a potential banana skin away to Paul Warne's disciplined and aggressive side.

League leaders Leeds United travel to mid-table Derby County on Sunday evening with both sides searching for consecutive wins.

Leeds United travel away from home to Derby County in a final match of 2024, as the Whites look to end the year on a high. Daniel Farke’s side will head to Pride Park for the 5:45pm kick-off,