Ally McCoist feels sorry for Daniel Farke after what he’s heard about Leeds sack – ‘Really unfair’

Ally McCoist feels sorry for Daniel Farke after what he’s heard about Leeds sack – ‘Really unfair’

Ally McCoist has stood up for Daniel Farke, going against the growing calls from Leeds United fans who want the manager sacked.

Following Leeds’ 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest on Sunday, pressure has intensified on Farke, with the club’s owners, the 49ers, now facing a major decision about his future.

Questions continue to be raised over the German’s ability to keep the Whites in the Premier League, as relegation fears mount after another disappointing result at the City Ground.

Despite the criticism, McCoist believes Leeds should stay patient and back their manager. Speaking on talkSPORT, the former Rangers striker described Farke’s treatment — especially during the summer — as “really unfair,” and insisted he would keep faith in him if it were his choice.

“Leeds are slipping into a position I feared they might,” McCoist said. “But for me, I’m sticking with Farke.

I’ve got a lot of sympathy for him. People doubted him even after promotion, saying he wasn’t the right man for the top flight — and I think that’s very unfair.”

Leeds started their Premier League campaign brightly but have now lost four of their last five games. Their home form at Elland Road has been their only real strength, with most points this season coming on their own turf.

McCoist also suggested that Leeds’ struggles go beyond the manager, pointing to poor recruitment despite the club spending over £100 million last summer.

He believes Farke has been “let down” by those in charge of transfers, including chairman Paraag Marathe.

While Farke’s job may still be at risk given the tough fixtures ahead, McCoist argues that any new manager would face the same challenges with the current squad.

With Leeds likely needing to sell before they can buy in January, he believes sacking Farke now would be a rash and unfair move.

In contrast, clubs like Sunderland — who also spent heavily — have seen their investment pay off, highlighting Leeds’ deeper structural issues.

McCoist concluded that Farke cannot be solely blamed for the position the club finds itself in, urging patience and support rather than panic.