Norwich City U21s 5-2 Leeds United U21s highlights: Debutant nets brace for young Whites
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The young Whites’ Monday night fixture against West Bromwich Albion was postponed due to a frozen pitch, meaning Michael Skubala’s side were denied the opportunity to bounce back from recent defeats to the Baggies and Nottingham Forest. Leeds relinquished their commanding grip on top spot in Premier League 2 Division 2, allowing Southampton to usurp them in the only automatic promotion place, which will serve as motivation to the youngsters in their upcoming fixtures.
Today’s game takes place less than 24 hours before the senior squad face Accrington Stanley in the FA Cup Fourth Round, meaning those who feature in this afternoon’s fixture are unlikely to be involved with Jesse Marsch’s main group at the Wham Stadium tomorrow.
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Norwich City U21 5-2 Leeds United U21
No penalty
10' No penalty. Gyabi dribbles into the 18-yard box from the middle of the pitch, holding off a challenge all the way. He's tripped inside the area, but the referee immediately waves it away. Replay should be interesting.
9’ Leeds settled into this game rather well. Keeping Norwich at bay so far, a strong Norwich side, it must be said.
First shot
3' Coleman lets fly from the edge of the box after some good work down the left by McGurk beating his man, and promising hold-up by Joseph. Attempt off target.
Teams out
Leeds in their Jaffa Cake-inspired change strip today. Norwich in yellow shirts and socks, with green shorts.
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