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Marsch Defends Leeds' Fitness Amid Allardyce's Critique
2/25/2026
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- Sam Allardyce, former Leeds United manager, said fitness fell after Bielsa's departure.
- Jesse Marsch, Leeds United manager, responded with data showing Leeds ranked first in several fitness categories.
- Marsch defended his record, noting he kept Leeds United up in the previous season.
- Allardyce has not managed another team since Leeds United's relegation.
- Marsch is currently coaching Canada ahead of the World Cup.
