Plymouth Argyle set up a rematch with Leeds United in the FA Cup fourth-round by securing a 1-1 draw earlier. The winner of this Tuesday’s game at Home Park will face either Chelsea or Aston Villa next.
Match preview
Leeds’ Jaidon Anthony scored an impressive goal at Elland Road on January 27, celebrating in memory of his mother. However, Plymouth’s Mustapha Bundu and Adam Randell teamed up to equalize, keeping Plymouth’s hopes alive for their first fifth-round appearance since the 2006- 07 season.
Plymouth has been performing well under Ian Foster, recently winning against Swansea City, thanks to Morgan Whittaker’s goal. They’ve been unbeatable at home since October, scoring freely in their recent games.
Leeds might regret missing chances in their last meeting with Plymouth. Still, they’ve won all their other games this year, including a recent victory over Bristol City, with Wilfried Gnonto scoring the only goal.
Leeds have been solid defensively, conceding only two goals in their last seven matches. They have a good record in recent FA Cup fourth-round ties and haven’t lost to Plymouth since the 1988-89 season.
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Team News
Plymouth’s new signings Lino Sousa and Darko Gyabi can’t play in the replay, and Alfie Devine is cup-tied. Randell and Callum Wright are expected to replace them, with no injury worries for the team.
Leeds have several injured defenders but have added Connor Roberts on loan, who also can’t play in this match. Jamie Shackleton and Sam Byram could step in, with Anthony and possibly Joel Piroe starting.
Plymouth Argyle possible starting lineup:
Hazard;
Galloway, Phillips, Gibson;
Mumba, Randell, Roberts, Miller;
Whittaker, Wright;
Hardie
Leeds United possible starting lineup:
Meslier;
Shackleton, Ampadu, Rodon, Firpo;
Gruev, Kamara;
Gnonto, Rutter, Anthony;
Piroe
Prediction: Plymouth Argyle 2-2 Leeds United (aet, Plymouth to win on penalties)
This match promises excitement with Plymouth’s strong home attack facing Leeds’ tight defense. With the support of their fans, Plymouth could shine, but Leeds is expected to respond strongly.
If it goes to penalties, Plymouth might just edge out to face Premier League opposition next.
