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Championship heavyweights Leeds United welcome League Two side Harrogate to Elland Road in the FA Cup.
Despite the big challenge ahead of Harrogate, they’ll be motivated by their latest win against Barrow at the weekend, beating their opponents 2-0. Being near the relegation zone, it relieved some of the pressure on the team to survive the drop this season.
With Leeds looking likely to earn promotion to the Premier League this season, Daniel Farke could opt to rotate his squad. Despite both teams being Yorkshire-based, this is their first-ever meeting.
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Here’s everything you need to know about the game.
When is Leeds v Harrogate?
Leeds United v Harrogate kicks off at 5.45pm on Saturday, January 11.
Farke’s Leeds are unbeaten in eight matches, winning five in the process. They did drop points against Hull City last weekend, but they are looking more and more likely to be champions at the end of the season.
Viewing details
For viewers in the United Kingdom, Leeds United v Harrogate is being shown live on the BBC Red Button. It’s also being shown on the BBC Sport Website and BBC IPlayer online.
Leeds have only won one of the last five ties against fourth-tier opposition, so Harrogate will be motivated by this record. However, on the other, Leeds are unbeaten at home in the FA Cup since 2010.
Team updates
Leeds will be without star striker Patrick Bamford after he was ruled out for up to four weeks with a hamstring problem. Former Swansea City star Joel Piroe is also ruled out of the clash due to muscle complaints. Leeds are likely to play Mateo Joseph at striker.
For Harrogate, they will be without top-scorer Ellis Taylor due to injury. They’ll also be without George Thomson and Josh Falkingham.