Leeds United’s Joel Piroe and Junior Firpo have been shortlisted for the PFA Championship Fans’ Player of the Month award for February.
A strong run of form last month has put Leeds in a commanding position in the promotion race, currently sitting five points ahead of third place as they head into the weekend’s fixtures.
The team secured five consecutive victories, including thrilling comeback wins over Sunderland and Sheffield United, showcasing their resilience and determination.
Junior Firpo and Joel Piroe in contention for February’s Fans’ Player of the Month
The PFA has unveiled the nominees for the Championship’s Fans’ Player of the Month award, with Leeds featuring prominently in the selection.
Representing the club in the race for the accolade are forward Joel Piroe and left-back Junior Firpo, both of whom delivered standout performances throughout February.
Joining them on the shortlist are Sheffield United’s Anel Ahmedhodzic, Portsmouth’s Josh Murphy, Coventry City’s Bobby Thomas, and Burnley’s James Trafford.
Piroe and Firpo’s impressive February in numbers
Could the Manager of the Month curse strike Leeds?
While the Players’ award is up for grabs, there’s little doubt about the top contender for February’s Manager of the Month—Daniel Farke.
With five wins, 18 goals scored, and key victories against promotion rivals, Farke’s impact since the start of the year has been undeniable.
However, some concerns linger over the so-called ‘Manager of the Month curse,’ which has troubled a few teams this season. Leeds fans will be hoping their momentum continues despite the potential jinx.