Fans Demand Farke Axe Bogle After Brighton Disaster
Following Leeds United’s dismal 3-0 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion, the Elland Road faithful have erupted in anger, with much of the frustration directed squarely at right-back Jayden Bogle. The demand from the fanbase is loud and clear: manager Daniel Farke must immediately drop the defender from the starting XI.
Bogle’s performance in the humiliating loss at the Amex Stadium was singled out by numerous publications and supporters as the worst on the pitch, with several outlets assigning him a meagre 4/10 player rating. His defensive display was described as “shaky,” and his typically reliable contribution going forward was deemed “uncharacteristically poor.”
The consensus online is that Bogle was a major liability, especially in a game where defensive stability was paramount. The defeat saw Leeds concede three goals without reply, extending their horrific record at the Amex and highlighting significant vulnerabilities on the flanks.
One fan, reflecting the general mood, posted: “It’s time for Farke to make a statement. Bogle was disastrous. He looked slow, hesitant, and completely unable to cope with Brighton’s pace. We can’t afford to carry passengers, and his performance cost us dearly.” Another tweet simply stated, “Drop him. Now.”
The calls for Bogle’s removal are intensified by the fact that the team’s overall performance was widely branded as the “worst of the season.” While several players underperformed, Bogle has become the chief scapegoat, with his struggles visibly contributing to two of Brighton’s goals. His miscontrol that led to a turnover directly preceded the build-up for Brighton’s third.
With a busy schedule ahead and the team desperate to climb the table, Daniel Farke now faces a major decision. Sticking with Bogle risks further backlash and defensive fragility, while dropping a previously established starter is a significant gamble. However, the unified cry from the Leeds United fanbase is a powerful one, demanding a change at right-back to prevent another defensive meltdown. The pressure is mounting on Farke to heed the fans’ demand and bench Bogle for the upcoming fixture.