Season so far

[cherrypie7]

In recent seasons I have posted a summary of the season after Leeds have played their 20th game. So here is my take on the current season.
Firstly, I predict that Southampton will be in the Championship next season. Just like their famous supporter Runi Sunak, they will be relegated/demoted.
On Leeds players, I like the look of Rothwell going forward. Brings the ball forward very well, quite like Rutter last season, although Rutter did play in a more advanced position, he often dropped deep and brought the ball forward very well. I find it interesting from a technical point of view that Dan James is scoring goals and is an attacking threat from the right wing. Man United played him on the left and so did Bielsa. He appears to be better on the right. So hats off to Herr Farke. Gnonto has been lively but I think Farke needs to decide which is the best position for him. This has been the issue with Gnonto for 2 seasons now. My guess is the left, but that would mean we have Manor, Gnonto and Ramazani on that wing. Throughout most of his boyhood career and his time in Austria, Aaronson played wide. He did this at Leeds too, under Marsch. This new role is interesting but I am not sure this is Brenden's best position because he needs more space as he gets knocked off the ball easily. He is quite quick though, and he does pass very well. Has anyone noticed, he doesn't get injured all that much? American players tend to be very fit in general. At the back I have not been particularly impressed with Bogle. I prefer Byram although Sam has lost a yard of speed. The problems with injury though make Byram a bit of a liability. When we went up, Ben White played every minute of every League game. Rodon is not in the same class as White, but farke has seen fit to have 2 central midfielders - tanaka and rothwell standing in front of the centre backs. This has helped. Tanaka is an excellent midfielder but I noticed that his 1st touch in the penalty box is not the best. I think he doesn't get in there that often so is a little nervous when he is in front of goal.
I think the top 2 positions will be between Leeds, Sheffield United, Burnley and possibly one other team. Maybe Sunderland, maybe Blackburn, not sure.
One question - can anyone remember the last time Leeds won an early game away from home? I am having trouble with this.