Tottenham v Leeds: Team newspublished at 19:05 BST 11 May
19:05 BST 11 May
Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi keeps the same side that beat Aston Villa last time out.
Antonin Kinsky is in with Guglielmo Vicario still injured while Palhinha and Rodrigo Bentancur are favoured in midfield after a stellar showing last time out.
Conor Gallagher will make his 150th Premier League appearance.
Tottenham XI: Kinsky, Porro, Danso, Van de Ven, Udogie, Palhinha, Bentancur, Kolo Muani, Gallagher, Tel, Richarlison.
Tottenham Hotspur v Leeds United: Key stats and talking pointspublished at 08:25 BST 11 May
08:25 BST 11 May
Tottenham Hotspur, who produced one of their best displays of the season against Aston Villa to move out of the botttom three, now take on a Leeds United side that have alleviated their own relegation fears thanks to an excellent run of form. BBC Sport takes a look at the key themes ahead of Monday's match (20:00 BST).
Away form boosting Spurs' survival chances
For the first time in a long while Tottenham fans have hope. Back-to-back wins have alleviated the gloom, taken them out of the bottom three and put their relegation destiny back into their own hands.
They were excellent in victory against Aston Villa, tearing into Unai Emery's men from kick-off in a committed performance that had fans scratching their heads as to where it had been all season. Roberto De Zerbi's impact on players and fans alike has been huge and the new-found belief in his players is clear to see.
Remarkably, they go into this weekend sitting third in the away form table behind only title rivals Arsenal and Manchester City (albeit having played a game more than a few of their rivals below them).
A whopping 70.3% of their points have come on the road, the highest proportion of away points won by any team in any Premier League season. However, a figure skewed in that direction normally ends badly.
There's no secret as to why they are where they are in the league. Their abysmal record at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - in which they have won only twice, accrued 11 points and scored only 20 goals in their 17 matches - tells its own story.
They have lost 10 league matches at home in successive seasons and a further defeat would see them equal the club record of 11 set in the 1991-92 season.
They do at least have the advantage of boasting an excellent recent record against Leeds. The Yorkshire side haven't won on any of their last six visits to Spurs dating back to 2001 and have only won two of their last 15 encounters in all competitions.
Leeds close to sealing safety
Not so long ago this fixture was ringed as a huge relegation six-pointer by Leeds fans. However, their superb run of form has propelled them to the verge of safety. No team has ever been relegated with 43 points in a 38-game Premier League season and they could officially be safe by Sunday evening if West Ham lose to Arsenal.
Daniel Farke's side are unbeaten in their last six league matches and another game without defeat would see them become the first newly promoted side since Middlesbrough in 1998-99 to have two runs of seven or more matches without defeat in the same top-flight season, having done similar from December to early January.
Only six Premier League teams have won more points than Leeds' 32 since the start of December and only Manchester City, Manchester United and Bournemouth have lost fewer top-flight games than their four in the 22 matches within that time. Quite the turnaround after losing eight of their first 13 matches on their top-flight return.
They have been particularly impressive away from home of late going six in a row without defeat on the road, including a famous victory at Old Trafford.
Their season's tally of 47 goals scored is the same as fifth-placed Aston Villa and they have scored three or more times in an impressive eight different matches, a tally only Manchester City (12) and Brentford (nine) can surpass.
Sutton's predictions: Tottenham v Leedspublished at 13:34 BST 10 May
13:34 BST 10 May
Leeds are all but safe now and they could be absolutely sure of staying up by the time they play this game.
That scenario would definitely suit Spurs but I am going to back Roberto de Zerbi's side here regardless.
What a performance that was by them at Aston Villa last week. People have criticised Villa but that display and result felt enormous for Tottenham.
It took them out of the bottom three and meant Spurs, at last, have got a bit of momentum after winning two league games in a row for the first time since August.
I am expecting more of the same here, so I am going to say they will make it three wins on the spin with the same scoreline that saw them win at Elland Road in October.
Riemer on Farke's health, Gudmundsson and 'massive' achievementspublished at 15:57 BST 8 May
15:57 BST 8 May
Tasnim Chowdhury BBC Sport journalist
Leeds United boss Daniel Farke was unwell on Friday and did not attend his weekly news conference.
Instead, assistant coach Eddie Riemer has been speaking to the media before Monday's Premier League game against Tottenham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (kick-off 20:00 BST).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
On Farke's health, Riemer said: "He is ill, didn't sound too good but I am pretty sure he will be alright [for Monday]."
In terms of team news left-back Gabriel Gudmundsson will be out for this week and the club will "need to assess him on a daily basis". Forward Noah Okafor picked up a calf injury, damaging his right calf after the FA Cup exit and then his left calf after the match against Burnley.
There is hope Pascal Struijk will be available as he was training with the team again on Friday.
On Okafor, Riemer said the forward is "getting settled with a great bunch of players" and is the type of player that needs to "feel comfortable" at the club.
He said midfielder Anton Stach is a "special player", adding: "He manages to play in the pockets. You can also see he can hit the ball with left and right foot."
Riemer spoke about his role with Farke: "We've worked for a long spell so I think I'm a traditional assistant. I do set-pieces as well. We always have discussions in the manager's office and sometimes heated debates, 100%. He always wants to hear opinions then makes up his own mind and his own conclusions."
On securing safety from relegation, Riemer said it will be "massive", stating: "If you see our previous seasons, it seems like every season has to be special to achieve what we want to achieve. Usually you talk about points per game and how it might not be enough. Now we are on 43 it's truly something special. With three games to go, I think in the form table we are the second best, it's massive. Credit to the players."
On playing Tottenham on Monday night: "It will be a huge test. Spurs will go for it, the manager has managed to get them out of relegation places so we need to be up to it and maintain our top form. It is the best form we have been in all season. We want to finish the season on a high and as soon as possible, seal it mathematically."
On Spurs manager Roberto de Zerbi's impact at the club: "It is not for me to judge from the outside but he has an impact on the players, they follow what he says, what he wants to do. He gives them confidence. You see his patterns coming through, week to week, and results help. They're getting the confidence. It's becoming a different Tottenham than before."
'I'm so happy I can help the team' - Okaforpublished at 08:17 BST 8 May
08:17 BST 8 May
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Leeds United winger Noah Okafor says his biggest targets this season were to "adapt in the Premier League, be ready in each and every game, train hard and try to improve".
Speaking to BBC Radio Leeds, the 25-year-old said: "You can see when I'm on the pitch I try to give everything to help the team.
"I'm so happy that I can help the team - also with some goals. For an outfield player I think it's the nicest thing to score and to win."
The winger has only missed six games due to injury this campaign - fewer than in each of the past six seasons.
To ensure he has been available for Daniel Farke's side, Okafor said he has worked "extremely hard" off the pitch, which he believes has helped significantly and the medical staff at the club are "transparent" and have "a clear plan" - something he feels is important when you get an injury.
Farke 'knows exactly what he wants from the players' - Okaforpublished at 17:11 BST 7 May
17:11 BST 7 May
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Leeds United's Noah Okafor says head coach Daniel Farke knows how to bring the best out of him by giving the winger "freedom".
"For me, he is a top coach and a top guy," Okafor told BBC Radio Leeds.
"He knows exactly what he wants from the players - that's why I feel so comfortable.
"He has given me a little bit of freedom in front to move a little bit how I feel and I think he knows this. I try to always give everything for him, for the team and the fans.
"He is a really good coach. I need this freedom to perform at the highest level and that is what I'm doing now."
Okafor also feels forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin positively influences his performances.
"The way he moves, fights, wins second balls and holds the ball is really useful and successful for me. With him in front, I play really comfortably," he added.
"He's also a good guy off the pitch, I really like him. We have to keep going like this and try to score more and more."
'Farke is on his way to the top - I hope it's with Leeds'published at 12:59 BST 7 May
12:59 BST 7 May
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Will Leeds boss Daniel Farke be impacted by the expected impending Premier League managerial merry-go-round this summer?
BBC Radio Leeds' Don't Go To Bed Just Yet podcast team are estimating as many as nine managerial changes before the 2026-27 season begins, with Adam Pope hoping the Whites hold on to Farke.
"There's business still to be done here. There's a lot more this club can do and you negotiate when you're on a high, don't you? He's in a great position," said Pope.
"Things like transfer budgets will be important to him this summer if they are going to go to the next stage. All that goes into the mix."
When challenged over whether Farke might fancy his chances with a club outside of England's top flight, Pope said the German would be capable of managing a side competing in a European competition but believes there's time for that.
"He's only 49 and so it's not the like the chance would pass him by for a Champions League club or so-called top six club.
"I do feel that he's on his way to the top. I hope it's with Leeds but Leeds, as a club, still have a way to go, don't they?
"You don't think it's going to be Champions League in the next year or two, but he might want to do that."
Listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds here - and don't forget to subscribe to get each episode into your My Sounds feed.
🎧 I need this freedom - Okaforpublished at 09:04 BST 7 May
09:04 BST 7 May
BBC Radio Leeds sat down with Whites winger Noah Okafor to talk about head coach Daniel Farke, his career to date at Elland Road and his hopes to go to the World Cup with Switzerland.
'Looking upwards rather than downwards'published at 11:43 BST 6 May
11:43 BST 6 May
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Kaiser Chiefs bassist Simon Rix is optimistic of Leeds looking more up towards a mid-table finish in the Premier League rather than worrying about relegation in the remaining three games of the season.
The Whites are just one win away from mathematical safety, seven points ahead of 18th placed West Ham with three other teams between them and the relegation zone. Yet some fans still fear a "Leedsy" end to the season could put Daniel Farke's side in danger.
Rix told BBC Radio Leeds' Don't Go To Bed Just Yet co-hosts Jonny Buchan and Adam Pope: "Having seen the weekend with Spurs winning and obviously West Ham losing, it's nice. I know in your opinion, I still need to worry, which I don't think I need to worry.
"It's nice to be far away from it and looking and going, 'look at those guys, that's a bit tricky for them.
"I think we're going to have our part to play because we could beat Spurs and put them back in it with West Ham, depending on what West Ham do.
"I had a look at Palace's fixtures actually, their game in hand is Man City so that could leave us even, with them having even worse goal difference and they've got other things to worry about in Europe. All those [Premier League] places count don't they for an extra bit of money so I think, genuinely, I am looking upwards rather than downwards."
The podcast goes on to discuss the motivation for Leeds to secure safety themselves rather than relying on other results.
A new episode of BBC Radio Leeds' Don't Go To Bed Just Yet podcast is available to download and listen to now on BBC Sounds.
Jonny Buchan, Adam Pope and Simon Rix chat all things Leeds United after a big win over Burnley that could be enough to clinch safety if other results go their way before the visit to Tottenham on Monday.
The panel cover all the bases heading into the trip to north London and have their say on the controversial music choice at Elland Road which has gone viral.
Listen below or on BBC Sounds here - and don't forget to subscribe to get each episode into your My Sounds feed.
When Ao Tanaka's shot was parried into the warm Elland Road air on Friday night by a sprawling Martin Dubravka, there was one player in the penalty area, eyes-wide, that was more alert than anyone else.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin's leap seemed to leave his outstretched boot dangling for an age before his touch clipped the ball into the Burnley net for Leeds' third goal on the night and the Englishman's 13th of the season.
Leeds' number nine has matched his tally for his previous three campaigns at Everton combined; and part of the reason for his resurgence has been his fitness.
The three games Calvert-Lewin has missed this year are his fewest absent for five seasons.
Brought in at the back end of last summer on a free transfer, the Leeds striker was part of a trio of attackers that the club recruited who all had worrying injury records, that included Lukas Nmecha and Noah Okafor.
But United's medical team have ensured the Whites squad has missed the fewest games this season of any Premier League side on 77. By comparison Tottenham have missed the most on 363.
However, Calvert-Lewin's form cannot be explained by fitness alone.
Five months ago, the striker called Leeds "a breath of fresh air".
In March, he credited the club as the key reason he was back in an England shirt.
And after the Burnley game, the striker praised Daniel Farke, stating: "He has certainly helped get the best out of me this season and filled me with confidence."
Calvert-Lewin's improvised finish last Friday might have come off the boot of a free transfer, but if it keeps Leeds in the Premier League, it will be a golden touch worth over £100m.
From his hold-up play to his goals and goal-line clearances, Calvert-Lewin has been a revelation for Leeds this season and a big reason why they are almost mathematically safe.
'I work hard for moments like this'published at 08:27 BST 4 May
08:27 BST 4 May
Noah Okafor says Leeds United's victory over Burnley was "another great result in the right direction" but maintains they have to "stay on it" because there are still three games of the Premier League season remaining.
The Whites are seven points clear of the bottom three.
Okafor, who scored the second goal at Elland Road on Friday, told BBC Radio Leeds: "I work hard for moments like this. When I'm fit, I give everything to help the team. It was another great day."
Asked whether Leeds feel like Premier League safety is confirmed, the 25-year-old Switzerland forward said: "To all of the people on the outside world, maybe yes. We enjoy the moment and we enjoy the three points.
"We don't care about the other results, we look at ourselves. There are still three games left and we'll see what happens."
How a double substitution turned Leeds' season aroundpublished at 18:09 BST 2 May
18:09 BST 2 May
Keifer MacDonald BBC Sport journalist
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If Leeds are able to retain their top-flight status, the majority of supporters are likely to point to wins against relegation rivals Wolves, Burnley and West Ham as the defining moments of the season.
But Daniel Farke is almost certain to share a different view.
The 49-year-old is more likely to point to a 3-2 defeat by Manchester City in late November as the moment his side's fortunes changed - and the numbers back it up.
After goals from Phil Foden and Josko Gvardiol put City 2-0 up inside 25 minutes, Leeds were left fearing the worst.
That was until Farke made an almighty roll of the dice, summoning Dominic Calvert-Lewin and defender Jaka Bijol from the bench to switch from a 4-3-3 to a 3-5-2.
It was a tactical switch that allowed Leeds an extra man in midfield and, crucially, offered extra support to summer signing Calvert-Lewin in attack.
Although Leeds saw a point snatched from their grasp when Foden scored a stoppage‑time winner, the performance - and a new tactical blueprint - offered both the club and Farke a road to redemption.
Leeds bounced back from the defeat against Pep Guardiola's side by taking four points from a possible six against Chelsea and reigning champions Liverpool in the next two games.
"He was under real pressure, there was a lot of talk about his job - other managers were getting touted - and you felt if he lost against Manchester City he would lose his job," said ex-Liverpool and Spurs midfielder Jamie Redknapp on Sky Sports.
"He didn't win that game but they changed the system that day, played with a lot of promise and since then they've gone on a great run and gone from strength to strength.
"The points they've produced since the start of December has been fantastic."
Since then, Leeds have lost only four out of a possible 19 league games - the ninth-best record in the division.
Consequently, Farke is on course to lead a team to Premier League survival for the first team in his career after failing to do so during his time in charge of Norwich.
Robert: Fully deserved three points. Our players once again stood up to be counted when it really mattered. Nearly safe now!
Christopher: Delighted with the win but we seemed a bit nervy seeing the game out. We're so much better yet seemed to make it tough for ourselves unnecessarily.
Eric: The major thing here is the three points - priceless. However, once again Leeds made it hard for themselves in a game they should have killed off by half-time. But they came out second half and did the business - and a good job too because we started to let Burnley get back into it in the final 20 minutes.
Hanif: Fantastic. Been a tough season, with highs and lows, but determination and true grit has seen us get to this point where our Premier League status is all but secured. Well done, Leeds.
Burnley fans
Peter: A shocking defensive display. No shape, ball watching and thanks but goodbye to our goalkeeper, who was responsible for two of the goals. There is a nucleus of players who are good enough for the challenge next season, so we need a couple of decent additions and, most importantly, a manager who is not only a good friend to the players but a good coach and inspiration as well. Come back, Craig Bellamy.
Steve: The players have no team spirit - there's no fight there. We seem to constantly want to play out from the back and invariably lose the ball. When we get into the opponent’s half the team is lost - there's no attacking mentality.
Jack: What do you expect when you have five at the back and still room given for the first goal? Diabolical. I just don't get it. Not one of this team should be wearing the Burnley shirt. For once, I believe we need a completely new team next season.
Peter: Again and again we showed that Premier League football was a step too far for this collection of players. We can only hope that next season’s squad is better. It would be nice to have something to cheer.
Are Leeds absolutely safe? What history tells uspublished at 13:54 BST 2 May
13:54 BST 2 May
Keifer MacDonald BBC Sport journalist
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Officially, there is still work for Leeds to do to seal their Premier League status for another season.
After dispatching Burnley with ease on Friday, the Whites are nine points and four places above 18th-placed Tottenham, who occupy the third and final relegation spot.
It is worth pointing out that four of the teams directly below Leeds - Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, West Ham and Spurs - all have a game in hand on Daniel Farke's side.
But Spurs, who travel to Aston Villa on Sunday, can only achieve a maximum tally of 46 points.
Leeds could mathematically secure their place in the top flight next term with a victory at Tottenham - last season's Europa League winners - on 11 May.
The even better news for Leeds is no team has ever been relegated from a 38-game Premier League season with 43 points or more.
Their supporters can also take confidence from the fact the average points tally for the team finishing in 18th place is 34.5, which means 35 points is usually enough to finish outside the drop zone.
In the past five years, however, that number has dropped to 29.6 points.
"This is massive for Leeds," said former Whites midfielder Stuart Dallas on Sky Sports."When the goals were going in I was watching [Farke's] reaction on the touchline and you could see how much it means to him and the team.
"You look at it now and think there was never any doubt - but there is always that anxiety."
Leeds 3-1 Burnley: What Farke saidpublished at 22:52 BST 1 May
22:52 BST 1 May
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Leeds held nerve in 'massive' win - Farke
Leeds boss Daniel Farke, speaking to BBC Match of the Day: "It's a massive step forward for us. I am proud of the boys because to deliver at the crunch point of the season with the additional load of cup games, to hold the nerves and to take points from the last four Premier League games. This is the crunch period where everybody is normally nervous so to already be on 43 points at this stage feels amazing.
"Many, many compliments to the players for the work ethic, work load, unity and quality for the last weeks but also for showing through the season. We are definitely on a good path."
On the early goal: "It is always important that you don't over motivate and then run into counter attacks, you need to find a good balance and that is what we did. I like our game management when we scored the second goal. Yes in the last 15-20 minutes you could feel it was a bit party atmosphere in the stadium.
There were lots of players we had to substitute because of load and minor injury problems in the last weeks, but this period is about bringing it over the line and that is what we have done in the last 20 minutes. We will celebrate once it is mathematically done of course, but we will stay greedy for these types of performances."
On the goalscorers: Anton [Stach] has this quality, also from the set pieces. He is a key player for us and we missed him a lot in the last weeks and it is a sign of the quality in the group that we have delivered without him.
"[Okafor] his fitness level and work load has improved immensely, his work against the ball. He is a player with big potential and talent, which was always obvious to see throughout his career.
"Even in the last weeks sometimes his [Calvert-Lewin] goals from open play were not that impressive, I always liked his work load against the ball. His pressing ability to win headers, be physical and hold up the ball. Fantastic. The inspiration of the second goal with the backheel kick, he also deserves the goal, sometimes you have to fight for it. It's like a bottle of ketchup, all comes out at the same time, I hope it does for the upcoming games."
Did you know?
Since the start of February, Leeds United's Noah Okafor has six goals in seven Premier League appearances, with only Morgan Gibbs-White (8 in 11 apps) scoring more in the division in this period.
Leeds United have scored 3+ goals in eight different Premier League matches this season, with only Manchester City (12) and Brentford (9) doing so in more different games in the division this term.
Analysis: Whites all but safe after crucial winpublished at 22:36 BST 1 May
22:36 BST 1 May
Keifer MacDonald BBC Sport journalist
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By the full-time whistle, the relief inside Elland Road was palpable.
Goalscorers Calvert-Lewin and Okafor shared an embrace, while manager Farke unleashed a series of first pumps towards the supporters basking in the moment in West Yorkshire.
Leeds have claimed bigger scalps in the league this season - notably against Chelsea and Manchester United - but this win was perhaps their most important of the campaign.
The three points all but secures the club's top-flight status for another season. It is a feat that felt like a distant dream a few months ago when they were slumping in the autumn.
While the champagne will remain on ice for a few more days until survival is mathematically confirmed, Leeds can finally begin to turn their attention to next year and plan for another season in the Premier League.
It has been a challenging campaign, but after this 3-1 win Leeds can breathe a huge sigh of relief.
Leeds v Burnley: Team newspublished at 19:04 BST 1 May
19:04 BST 1 May
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has made three changes to the side that lost against Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-final on Sunday.
Goalkeeper Lucas Perri, defender Gabriel Gudmundsson and midfielder Brenden Aaronson are replaced by Karl Darlow, James Justin and Anton Stach, who returns from a spell on the sidelines with an ankle injury.
In the opposite dugout, interim Burnley manager Michael Jackson has named the same XI that lost to Manchester City in the Premier League nine days ago.
