Gary Neville has explained he struggles to criticise Leeds United because of their commitment to Marcelo Bielsa's philosophy.
The Whites have shown an unwavering effort to follow Bielsa's attacking tactics since his arrival at Elland Road which has helped transform the club.
That commitment, both on and off the field, has seen Leeds go toe-to-toe with Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal inside their opening nine Premier League games.
Leeds, as a result, had conceded the most goals in the Premier League ahead of this weekend's action, including back-to-back 4-1 defeat before the international break, albeit with key players missing.
Leeds were back to their best with an impressive first-half display against Arsenal, though, with Kalvin Phillips and Raphinha strengthening their starting XI.
Despite the recent defeats and the at-times leaky defence, Neville has admitted he finds it tough to criticise Leeds because of their commitment to playing attack, front-foot football.
"I think every time you watch Leeds, even if they're getting beat, you marvel that they have players out on the pitch that trust each other on the ball," Neville said during co-commentary.
"They play, get the ball quickly, they go to tackle, there's no real caution, they have courage both in and out of possession.
"I find it difficult to criticise them because they play with courage in possession and out of possession. They stick to their principles and believe in what they do.
"I think they're the type of team where if you're up against them you'd never feel confident. They make you run, they take the ball, they press in numbers."
