Leeds United salvaged another three points at Elland Road this afternoon as Leeds saw off Preston by two goals to one courtesy of Joel Piroe’s stoppage time penalty. Referee David Webb had no hesitation pointing the spot after Ryan Ledson handled inside the area, much to the dismay of Preston boss Ryan Lowe.
His side had taken an early lead, Will Keane finding the back of the net after just 66 seconds, although the Lancashire side were in front for a matter of minutes as Dan James levelled proceedings with a header from close range five minutes later.
Leeds go 14 unbeaten in the league at Elland Road, 15 across all competitions as they prepare to face Norwich City and Plymouth Argyle on home turf over the next six days.
13. Sam Byram - 7/10
Got forward well, stayed on the front foot, got straight up to the tempo of the game and its intensity. Photo: George Wood
14. Mateo Joseph - N/A
Obviously wanted to add energy and physicality but almost went over the top, conceding a dangerous free-kick in the final seconds Photo: Bruce Rollinson
15. Liam Cooper - N/A
On for the final couple of minutes, got stuck into the aerial battles straight away. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo
16. Referee: David Webb - 4/10
Was in serious danger of losing control. Let yellow card tackles go with just free-kicks, angering both sides. Didn't clamp down early enough on time wasting. Photo: Michael Steele