Leeds United made a triumphant return from the international break with a crucial 2-0 victory over Sheffield United at Elland Road on Friday night, securing a key win against a fellow promotion contender.
The match remained scoreless in the first half, but Leeds took control in the second. Pascal Struijk broke the deadlock in the 69th minute, and Mateo Joseph sealed the deal with a late goal in the 90th minute, earning all three points for the team.
Goalkeeper Illan Meslier redeemed himself after the draw against Sunderland, putting on a strong performance and keeping a clean sheet. This win against a promotion rival marks a significant confidence boost for Leeds, who have had mixed results this season.
Sheffield United, who entered the match with a nine-game unbeaten streak, fell short on Friday night. In his analysis for Sky Sports, Matt Kilgallon acknowledged Leeds’ dominance and noted Sheffield United’s lackluster away performance.
Looking ahead, Leeds must regroup quickly as they face Watford on Tuesday night. With the competition heating up, the Whites aim to secure a second straight win and maintain their position in the race for promotion.
