The alarming Daniel Farke comment that proves he doesn’t think he is to blame for Leeds United form

Sunday marked a turning point for Leeds United fans. Even the most loyal supporters of Daniel Farke began to question his leadership, watching in disbelief as their team descended into a shambolic display.

Earlier, sympathy had been extended to Farke. Many understood the struggles in the transfer market — with Adam Underwood partly responsible for failing to deliver the attackers Farke requested — and recognized that players like Harry Wilson were performing well.

After a summer in which Farke’s position had been scrutinized due to his Norwich record, fans had hoped he could replicate that form at Leeds. But the circumstances at Leeds were proving very different.

Initially, a significant portion of the fanbase wanted Leeds to stick with Farke, particularly after a tough run against Forest.

However, the mood shifted rapidly, with reports suggesting that Forest was just the first of five must-win games for Farke to secure his job.

What truly shocked supporters, though, was Farke’s post-match comment, which seemed to absolve him of responsibility.

After Leeds took the lead through Lukas Nmecha, it quickly became apparent that Forest were dominating the game.

Morgan Gibbs-White eventually equalized, and Forest went on to win 3-2 with a late penalty. Speaking to reporters, Farke deflected blame, culminating in the four words that captured attention:

“What can I do?”

What Farke is getting wrong at Leeds

The truth is, Farke can do a lot, yet his choices have raised questions.

Team selection has been a recurring concern, with players like Brenden Aaronson and Jaka Bijol retaining starting spots despite underwhelming performances, such as the 3-0 defeat at Brighton.

His substitution strategy has also drawn criticism. Against Forest, he waited until the 74th minute to make changes, well after Dyche had successfully reshaped his side with a triple substitution.

This reactive approach has been a recurring theme. Decisions like leaving Willy Gnonto out of the squad and a reluctance to experiment with new tactics have left fans frustrated.

Farke may attribute Leeds’ poor run to the strength of the Premier League, refereeing decisions, or defensive errors, but the reality is that he is the architect of the team’s struggles.

Proactive management, better squad utilization, and timely tactical adjustments are areas where the German coach has consistently fallen short, leaving Leeds languishing in disappointing form.