Leeds United took a huge step towards sealing promotion with a 1-0 win at Oxford United - but how did we rate the performances?
Leeds dominated from outset - albeit after a good early Karl Darlow save - and Daniel Farke’s Whites finally went ahead in the 33rd minute through Manor Solomon.
A superb defence splitting pass from Joe Rodon played in Jayden Bogle who himself delivered a perfect right-flank cross for Solomon who slammed home an easy finish at the far post.
Despite a host of other chances, Solomon’s strike proved the only goal of the game, Ao Tanaka coming the closest to bagging a second when his superb low strike was tipped on to the post.
One goal, though, proved enough for a massive three points. Graham Smyth, the YEP’s chief football writer, hands out the scores from a huge victory for Daniel Farke’s Whites.
7. Ilia Gruev
7 - Wasn't always able to see the forward pass or find it but retained possession. Did play a few good passes. Covered ground. Got stuck in. | Andrew Matthews/PA Wire
8. Manor Solomon
8 - In exactly the right place to score his goal. Was dangerous when he got the chance and proved difficult for Oxford to contain. | Andrew Matthews/PA Wire
9. Willy Gnonto
5 - Just couldn't get going. Leeds' threat was carried more by the opposite flank and Bogle on the right. One shot from distance that wasn't a mile away. | Getty Images
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10. Brenden Aaronson
7 - Should have scored a goal but once Leeds were ahead he used his body well to keep possession or win free-kicks. Popped up in some good positions. | Getty Images
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11. Joel Piroe
7 - Some of his passing brought dangerous moments. Played Aaronson into a one-v-one in the first half and put Firpo in. Second half he faded. | Getty Images
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12. Dan James (sub)
6 - Not at his best coming back from injury and the aerial nature of Oxford's attacks towards the end meant it all bypassed him a little. | Getty Images