I went to the game today for the first time in years, here's what I thought:
Schmeichel has the makings of a very good keeper, but is exposed by the 4 in front of him so regularly it's comical. Neither centre half looks like they have ever met the other, and the full backs both lack pace. Going forward Leeds (and Pompey for that matter) are not bad, but the reliance on Snodgrass is too heavy for him which tires him out later in the game. Paynter is a big lump and shouldn't be leading the line against a Championship defence, and Bradley Johnson is comical as he's not much more than a pub player.
I didn't go to the game expecting a world class spectacle, but I did expect a bit of structure and organisation, both things that were sadly missing. Leeds are doing very well in terms of the table for a team who were promoted only last year, but I would be extremely surprised if they made it out of the Championship this year. A top half of the table finish should be what the fans can expect now, any more than that would be a huge bonus.
Don't be getting carried away.
