Eustace excited by Leeds 'challenge'

Blackburn Rovers head coach John Eustace is looking forward to a "big challenge" when his side face league leaders Leeds United on Saturday.

Rovers are coming off the back of back-to-back wins in the Championship either side of the international break, most recently beating in-form Middlesbrough 1-0 at the Riverside Stadium on Wednesday night.

Blackburn overcame Leeds at Elland Road in April, a key moment in their run-in which saw them stay in the second-tier on the final day of last season at the expense of Eustace's former club Birmingham City.

However, the 45-year-old believes his side are in for a tough test as they welcome the Whites to Ewood Park on Saturday afternoon (13:30 GMT).

"They've just carried on, they've got a fantastic squad," he told BBC Radio Lancashire.

"They’ll be in the top six, probably top two I’d have thought, they’ve got Premier League quality- I'm looking forward to a really big challenge."

Eustace did admit his side had made progress of their own since the summer, although he emphasised he was not getting overly excited.

"We’ve shown everyone that we’re a good team, we're evolving as a group and that’s the most pleasing thing," Eustace added.

"I think its very important you don’t get carried away with the early results.

"We have to look at the squad, injuries, suspensions, that could take a toll in the end- the important thing is that this group of players are fully committed and that can get you a long way in this league."