Whenever I’ve covered Leeds games in the Daniel Farke era and had to interview him post-match, I’ve always been impressed by the way the German handles setbacks in a calm and composed manner.
It’s probably his natural way of doing things, but Farke seems keen to make sure he’s level-headed in reaction to defeats.
The Arsenal game on Saturday was a case in point.
He said afterwards that it was a “deserved win” for the Gunners and accepted that “the better side won.” He also called Arsenal the best team in Europe right now and stressed that it’s not a match they should be over analysing.
That was also the message to his players; he told the media they’ll be drawing a line under this game and moving on quickly.
Farke also insisted that their “home record speaks for itself” – and you can’t argue with that knowing the loss to Arsenal was only their third in the league at Elland Road, which is very positive for a newly promoted side.
So the good news for Farke and Leeds is that they quickly have another home game to try to get over the Arsenal defeat, in what should be another great atmosphere, under the lights, against Nottingham Forest.