No change in attitude over Premier League festive period for Leeds United, insists Rodrigo

Rodrigo says every Premier League fixture is a chance for Leeds United to prove themselves, believing the busy festive period is no different.

Marcelo Bielsa's men kick-off the Christmas run this evening with a clash against Newcastle United at Elland Road under the lights.

Leeds then face arch rivals Manchester United on Sunday afternoon, a match which signals the start of four top-flight games in the space of just 13 days heading into the new year.

Burnley, West Bromwich Albion and Tottenham Hotspur complete the fixture list to ring in 2021, with Rodrigo knowing that United's attitude won't change throughout.

"It is an important part of the season," Rodrigo said.

"I think the atmosphere of Boxing Day and everything that we have in England is very nice.

"For us, every game is a chance to prove to ourselves that we are able to grow as a team and to win the games.

"The next games won't be different. We are just focused on the next game as a final and then after the game if we win or lose it doesn't matter.

"I think that is the good way to look at the next six games or so. I think we are prepared. We have the proper mentality to face those games and to have an ambitious plan to try and win every game."