Michael Bridges questions Daniel Farke’s decision to bench Manor Solomon vs Sheffield United

October 21, 2024Ligue 1

Daniel Farke’s decision to bench Manor Solomon has been questioned by former Leeds United player Michael Bridges following Leeds’ win over Sheffield United.

Leeds United beat an in-form Sheffield side 2-0, in what was a convincing win for the Yorkshire club.

Pascal Struijk gave the home side the lead in the 69th minute, and Mateo Joseph sealed the win with a goal in stoppage time.

What made the win even more impressive was the fact that Sheffield came into the game on fine form, having not lost a single league game this season, and not conceded a single goal since the 1-1 draw vs Norwich back in August.

Bridges questions Farke’s decision to bench Manor Solomon

Both Daniel James and Solomon returned from their respective injuries, but started as substitutes, as Farke decided to play the same team that started against Norwich.

Speaking to LUTV, Bridges expressed his surprise that Solomon did not start the game against Sheffield, especially after watching him train earlier in the week.

He said (as quoted by Leeds United News):

“For Daniel Farke not to put Manor Solomon in after what I witnessed at the training ground during the week, I don’t know how he’s not playing. But you’ve got to take it from the team that played last time.”

Leeds United players celebrating goal vs Sheffield United. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)LEEDS, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 18: during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United FC and Sheffield United FC at Elland Road on October 18, 2024 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)