GARRY MONK: THE CROWD GOT US THROUGH

GARRY MONK: THE CROWD GOT US THROUGH

Head coach on Aston Villa win.

Leeds United head coach Garry Monk spoke exclusively to LUTV following Saturday’s victory over Aston Villa at Elland Road.

United moved up to fourth place in the Championship with the victory, Leeds’ second in a row in the division.

Despite picking up the three points, Monk feels there are still lots of improvements to be made.

“It is a difficult one to assess because we have had a very tough week,” said Monk.

“I don’t think we played that well and we only really started to play better after our first goal.

“We were doing things that we don’t normally do, we weren’t using the ball well enough and we were causing ourselves problems.

“Physically despite having the midweek game where we used a lot of energy and we finished the game really strong.

“Kemar Roofe’s goal was a fantastic finish, he has been excellent over the past month and I think he is getting better every time he goes on to the pitch.

“It is great to be where we are in the league and it shows we are doing something right, but you have to be very mindful with this group because they are still learning and are very inexperienced.

“Each game now will become bigger and bigger with the expectations, but we don’t look at it like that.

“I still think we are below what we are going to be, we are still a work in progress and there is still a lot of work to go before we reach our full potential.

“It is testament to the character and spirt of the team for us to get the three points which is the most important thing.”

Leeds were backed by over 32,000 at Elland Road and the United head coach also heaped praise on the supporters.

“The match reminded me of the Burton Albion game, when we’d beaten Norwich City EFL Cup and we weren’t quite at our best and the crowd got us through.

“We are always grateful for the support, the crowds are growing each week which is really exciting for us and exciting for our young players to play in front of the big support.

“I’m pleased with the effort, pleased with the players and pleased with this week, we have to keep our mind on the job and be ready for Brighton next Friday.”

LUTV subscribers can see the full interview with Garry Monk below:

 

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