Farke’s Bold Nine Changes Pay Off as Leeds Stun Former Club Norwich in FA Cup
Daniel Farke rotated nine players to prioritise Premier League survival, but the gamble worked perfectly as Leeds beat Norwich 3-0 to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals.
Chasing a first appearance in the final since 1973, Leeds went in front in the 32nd minute at Elland Road...
Leeds United cruised to a convincing 3-0 victory over Norwich City, securing their spot in the FA Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2003.
🤩 Through to the quarter-finals! pic.twitter.com/Gu4cvICAcu
— Leeds United (@LUFC) March 8, 2026
Despite their struggles in the Premier League, Leeds comfortably dispatched Championship side Norwich with first-half strikes from Sean Longstaff and Gabriel Gudmundsson, followed by a late goal from Joël Piroe at Elland Road on March 8, 2026.
Leeds manager Daniel Farke, who previously guided Norwich to two Premier League promotions before his 2021 dismissal, masterminded the win against his former club.
Prioritizing their battle against Premier League relegation, Daniel Farke made nine changes to his Leeds side and the bold rotation proved highly effective against his old club Norwich.
With dreams of reaching their first FA Cup final since 1973 still alive, Leeds took the lead in the 32nd minute at Elland Road.
Sean Longstaff netted his first goal since September, delivering a sharp, clinical finish inside the penalty area.
Gabriel Gudmundsson made it 2-0 in the 43rd minute with a composed slotted finish, before Joël Piroe sealed the 3-0 victory with Leeds' third goal in the 85th minute.
🏆 @EmiratesFACup Player of the Match! pic.twitter.com/oyAy013iou
— Leeds United (@LUFC) March 8, 2026
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