The Whites came from a goal behind to earn a draw at Ewood Park, with Pascal Struijk scoring his side's equalising goal, after substitute Connor McBride's deflected free-kick gave his side the lead with fifteen minutes left to go.
Speaking after the game, Leeds ace Rodrigo spoke glowingly of the return of supporters to football grounds, and the importance of having the vocal Leeds fan support behind his side again. He said: “Everyone enjoys it a lot to have the fans and especially our fans in the stadium, home or away.
“They are a very important part of football, maybe the most important part of football and with the atmosphere that they create and the way that they support us, everyone is looking forward to playing in front of them next season. It was really nice for us.”He continued: “It was another good bit of training and another good step for us to arrive in the best conditions for the first game in the league.
“We have been working really, really hard these last few weeks so the legs are a little bit heavier than normal but it was a good game and we are looking forward to next season.”
Leeds' relentless week of football continues tomorrow evening, with a trip to Fleetwood Town, before they round off their preparations with an eagerly-anticipated clash against Real Betis - a side who boast stars such as Nabil Fekir, William Carvalho and Sergio Canales - at Elland Road this Saturday night.
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“They are a very important part of football, maybe the most important part of football and with the atmosphere that they create and the way that they support us, everyone is looking forward to playing in front of them next season. It was really nice for us.”He continued: “It was another good bit of training and another good step for us to arrive in the best conditions for the first game in the league.
7. Arsenal want big-money Maddison
Arsenal are said to be keeping an eye on Leicester City ace James Maddison, as they look to lure in a new attacking midfielder before the transfer window closes. However, the Foxes are unlikely to accept less than £70m for their key player. (Sky Sports) Photo: Pool
8. Reds miss out on Malen
Liverpool have failed to land exciting winger Donyell Malen, who has instead opted to become Jadon Sancho's replacement at Borussia Dortmund. The £26m man netted 27 goals and made ten assists for PSV last season. (Club website) Photo: Dean Mouhtaropoulos
9. Leeds close in on Klaesson
Reports from Norway have suggested that Leeds United's rumoured move for Valerenga goalkeeper Kristoffer Klaesson is already a done deal, with one outlet describing the potential move as a "magical agreement for all parties" (Sport Witness) Photo: Gareth Copley
10. Reds join race for Traore
Liverpool have been tipped to rival the likes of Leeds United and Spurs for Wolves wing-back Adama Traore. The £30m-rated powerhouse was part of Spain's Euro 2020 squad, and began his career on the books at Barcelona. (Daily Star) Photo: Laurence Griffiths