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Glenn Hoddle admits Leeds United's relegation plight 'scares' him ahead of crucial fixtures

Former Spurs and England boss Glen Hoddle says he is 'scared' for Leeds United as the Whites bid to stave off relegation from the Premier League this weekend. Jesse Marsch's side travel to Brentford on Sunday afternoon, with one of Burnley, Everton or the Whites still in danger of dropping through the trap door this season.

The Bees, who have lost just one of their last seven domestic outings, will pose a stern test as they bid to end their first season in England's top flight on a high. Given Leeds' in-different from as of late, Pascal Struijk's late leveller against the Seagulls last weekend could still prove pivotal in terms of survival.

Sitting just one point above the drop zone at present, nearest rivals Burnley travel to Aston Villa on Thursday evening, knowing even a point would lift the Clarets out of the bottom three.

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But with United's fate yet to be decided too, Hoddle believes Thomas Frank's side will pose an ever toughest test on Sunday.

“I’m scared for Leeds. Brentford are playing so well, a lot of confidence, I just don’t see them winning” he said on the Premier League’s Analysis Show earlier this week.

"Everton have got to beat Palace at home. I think Burnley have got enough to get something out of those two games. If Leeds get the win, then you have to hold your hands up and say ‘wow’.”

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