Leeds have chance to overturn four-year record as Scott Parker leaves relegated Burnley
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Leeds can go nine points clear of the relegation zone and all but safe if they secure three points on Friday, with Tottenham set to travel to Aston Villa on Sunday.The Whites must still travel to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in May, and can secure safety with at least a draw.Leeds’ recent form against Burnley has left much to be desired, but Daniel Farke will be confident ahead of the clash. ⚽ Leeds United Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and verdicts, and tactical analysis for every Leeds fixture. VISIT THE LEEDS MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Leeds United struggled against Scott ParkerThomas Bramall is set to take charge of Leeds’ clash with Burnley, with Farke having criticised him in the past.But the German will hope that his side can keep Friday’s clash out of the referee’s hands, with the Whites hoping to overcome a different record.Leeds vs Burnley – Previous five meetingsSeasonBurnley 2-0 Leeds 2025-26Burnley 0-0 Leeds2024-25Leeds 0-1 Burnley2024-25Leeds 3-1 Burnley2021-22Burnley 1-1 Leeds2021-22Parker had been in charge of Burnley since the summer of 2024, with the Englishman leading his side to promotion alongside Leeds last season.
The Clarets were a thorn in the side of Farke’s side, earning four points from their two meetings, including the 1-0 win at Elland Road. Even this season, Burnley have continued to get the better of Leeds.
When they met in October at Turf Moor, goals from Lesley Ugochukwu and Loum Tchaouna secured a 2-0 win for the home side.Club Statement: Scott ParkerScott Parker has left his position as Head Coach of Burnley Football Club by mutual consent.— Burnley FC (@BurnleyOfficial) April 30, 2026 View Tweet Leeds’ last win in clashes between the pair came in 2021, when Jack Harrison, Stuart Dallas and Dan James scored for Marcelo Biela’s side.Michael Jackson should not be underestimatedJackson has served as an interim manager for Burnley before. But Burnley’s final four games saw them earn just one point, costing them and seeing them fall just three points short of 17th-placed Leeds.Jackson may well be out for revenge on Friday, even if the Clarets have already learned their fate. 🚨 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Leeds United Insider Access Get the full story from Elland Road and Thorp Arch with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of West Yorkshire.