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Leeds United faces Cardiff City in a crucial EFL Championship match, highlighting key player performances and standings.

Leeds United, sitting atop the EFL Championship standings, prepares to face Cardiff City at Elland Road. The team is currently enjoying an impressive 11-match unbeaten streak, with their last league defeat occurring against Blackburn Rovers in late November. Since then, Leeds has secured seven victories and four draws, showcasing their dominance at home with a remarkable record of 38 points from 15 matches, scoring 35 goals while conceding only seven. Their recent goalless draw against Burnley has kept them two points ahead of second-placed Sheffield United.

Cardiff City, now managed by Omer Riza, has experienced a resurgence, going unbeaten in their last seven matches, which includes three wins and four draws. This turnaround has propelled them to 18th place, four points clear of the relegation zone. Notable recent performances include a commanding 3-0 victory over Swansea City and a 2-1 win against Derby County, with key contributions from players like Callum Robinson and Anwar El Ghazi.

Other matches scheduled in the EFL Championship on February 1, 2025, include Ipswich Town vs. Southampton, Watford vs. Norwich, Plymouth Argyle vs. West Bromwich Albion, Portsmouth vs. Burnley, Sheffield Wednesday vs. Luton Town, Hull City vs. Stoke City, Millwall vs. Queens Park Rangers, Swansea City vs. Coventry City, Derby County vs. Sheffield United, and Birmingham City vs. Rotherham United. For real-time updates on scores and player performances, fans are encouraged to follow the ongoing matches closely. For more details, check out the match preview and results.

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