'Strange things' - Liam Cooper issues Leeds United message to supporters and points to big hope

Second-bottom Leeds are hosting Tottenham Hotspur knowing that only a victory coupled with slip-ups for both Everton and Leicester City would see the Whites avoid relegation. Writing in his captain’s column of the matchday programme, Cooper has issued an apology to United’s “amazing” fans but highlighted last season’s final day great escape at Brentford as a reason for hope.

"We all appreciate it has been a tough season for everyone, especially you the supporters,” wrote Cooper. “I want to say a massive thank you on behalf of the team for your support at home and away, right across the country. You are amazing and we’re sorry your backing hasn’t been rewarded.