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crime1d ago

A Liverpool fan has been charged with a public order offence after the Leeds United–Liverpool draw.
Police say Nicholas Harpur, 25, from Sefton, Merseyside, is bailed to appear in January.
The charge relates to alleged tragedy chanting during the match.
Officials note tragedy chants can be prosecuted as a public order offence under updated guidance.
Leeds United previously condemned 'vile' tragedy chants linked to a different match.
Related cases show sanctions for tragedy chanting in English football.
A joint programme by Liverpool and Manchester United addresses tragedy chanting.
The incident follows a spate of chants at high-profile matches in recent years.
The Premier League match featured vocal tragedy chants from some Leeds fans.
The case is ongoing as authorities set a court date for early January.

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sports16h ago

Leeds United adopted a 5-3-2 formation with three centre-backs and wing-backs, aiming for a stronger defensive base.
The system is described as durable in defense, with five and three rows packing the field to deny space.
Calvert-Lewin and Nmecha pairing provided height and strength to create aerial options in attack.
Wing-backs like Jayden Bogle and Gabriel Gudmundsson offer width and support in the final third.
The five-man defense allowed Leeds to crowd the box, aiding aerial contests and defensive coverage.
Leeds’ approach aligns with a long-ball strategy to clear danger and exploit physical advantages.
The setup has produced a 5-3-2 to counter strong opponents, with success against Chelsea noted in the analysis.
Midfielders cycling the ball and supporting runs helped create crossing opportunities for strikers.
The analysis emphasizes that the formation is contingent on cohesive spacing and balance as matches dictate changes.
The Athletic’s observer notes the potential of the 5-3-2 to unlock Leeds’s Premier League ceiling.

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