Arsenal forced to hit the road for crucial Leeds clash

Poor weather in England this week has seen Arsenal abandon plans of flying to Leeds on Friday over concerns of delays.

Instead, the squad has hit the road to make the three-hour, 180 mile trip to Leeds.

In contrast, a direct flight from London to Leeds would take less than a hour and be far more comfortable for the players compared to a bus trip.

Arsenal face Leeds United less than a week after Sunday's home defeat to Manchester United. The Gunners sit four points at the top of the Premier League table ahead of second-place Manchester City.