“WE’LL SEE WHO’S CHAMPIONSHIP LEVEL!” – Farke FIRES BACK at Guardiola as Leeds Plot Premier League Statement Shock

1. The gloves are officially off.

Leeds United F.C. manager Daniel Farke has hit back furiously at Pep Guardiola after the Manchester City F.C. boss reportedly labelled Leeds “a Championship-level team” in a pre-match press conference ahead of their weekend showdown in the Premier League.

Guardiola’s remarks, which quickly spread across social media, have ignited a firestorm at Elland Road. And Farke was in no mood to play diplomat.

“I have huge respect for Pep and what he has achieved,” Farke began, his tone measured but steely. “But to describe this team as ‘Championship level’ is disrespectful. We are in the Premier League on merit. We earned it.”

The German tactician, who guided Leeds back to the top flight, made it clear that his squad will use the comments as fuel rather than frustration.

“If someone doubts our quality, that’s fine. Football is decided on the pitch, not in press conferences,” Farke added. “This weekend, we have an opportunity to show exactly what level we belong to.”

Leeds’ return to the Premier League has been anything but smooth, but Farke insists his side is evolving rapidly. The Whites have shown flashes of attacking brilliance this season, coupled with the kind of grit that defined their promotion campaign.

Privately, sources within the club say Guardiola’s remarks have “galvanized” the dressing room. Several senior players reportedly took the comments personally, seeing them as a slight not just on their ability, but on the club’s proud history.

And what a stage to respond.

Facing the ten times Premier League winners, Leeds now have the chance to make a thunderous statement. A result against City would not only silence critics but could redefine the narrative of their campaign.

Farke refused to turn the clash into a personal duel but couldn’t resist one final jab.

“Manchester City are an incredible team. But respect in football goes both ways,” he said. “We are not here to make up the numbers. We are here to compete.”

The message is clear: Leeds are wounded, motivated, and ready.

Elland Road is expected to be rocking this weekend, with fans already branding the fixture as “Statement Sunday.” For a team accused of being Championship standard, there may be no sweeter response than delivering a Premier League shock.

Now the spotlight shifts from the microphones to the pitch.

And if Farke’s words are anything to go by, Leeds are preparing to answer Guardiola in the only language that truly matters — goals.