‘I can’t see how’: Dermot Gallagher says referee made big mistake during Leeds win on Sunday
Leeds went on to win 2-0, and Gnonto had the last laugh after setting them up for three points and the top spot in the Championship standings with his thunderous goal. On minute 79, Dan James made it 2-0.
Leicester still has a game in hand, but Leeds now leads the table with eight games remaining.After Georginio Rutter discussed promotion, Neil Harris stated that Leeds should have won the match.
However, the first half could have ended with a 2-0 score. Cooper totally barges into Leeds player Rodon in the penalty area while on a yellow card; this appears to be a stone wall penalty, potentially earning Cooper a second yellow card.
Dermot Gallagher says Leeds should have been awarded penalty
Although it had no bearing on the outcome, referee Stephen Martin’s call confused supporters both during and after the game. A referee during the 0-0 draw against Hull City who also sent Joe Rodon off.
On Monday morning, veteran Premier League referee Gallagher offered his assessment on Ref Watch on Sky Sports. He claims he doesn’t understand how Martin failed to see Cooper’s foul on Sunday.
“I believe there ought to be a fine. He bumps into Rodon and manages to get a touch on the ball, although I believe that was more chance than skill. Gallagher once commented, “I just don’t understand how you can do that,” earlier on Monday.
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Leeds chiefs readying £30m double summer swoop for Premier League players
Leeds United has already started preparing their home for the possibility of playing Premier League football next season as the competition for automatic promotion heats up.
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Leeds has exploded into life and is attempting to move quickly up the league table after a difficult start to life back in the Championship. The Whites are currently seated in the spots designated for automatic promotion, and they are beginning to make plans for the upcoming season.
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Yorkshire may have another busy summer.
According to recent sources, Cody Drameh, a full back, may have played his final game for the team. It seems certain that the defender, who is now on loan at Birmingham, will be let go when he returns to Elland Road this summer.
Ian Poveda and Sam Greenwood, two more Championship loanees, will follow Drameh. Both players, who are now on the rosters of Middlesbrough and Sheffield Wednesday, respectively, are surplus to requirements in West Yorkshire and are therefore available for purchase this summer.
Since the exits for this summer have already been scheduled, focus has shifted to the arrivals, with two Premier League players possibly scheduled to travel to Elland Road.
Leeds plan swoop for Premier League duo
Leeds is expected to go on a massive summer buying spree, and their first objectives are two players from the top flight, according to Team Talk. According to the source, the Whites are planning attempts to sign Sean Longstaff and Joe Rodon, who are both keen to come to West Yorkshire. Additionally, efforts are reportedly “being made” to guarantee Rodon’s permanent status.
In the meantime, Nick Hammond is touted as the Whites’ hidden weapon in their hunt for Longstaff. According to the publication, Hammond “may give Leeds an advantage in their pursuit of signing the player because he counts the Geordies among his former clubs.”
Longstaff of Newcastle is a player who has drawn interest from Leeds; the Magpies are reportedly seeking £15 million for the player. The midfield player made his Toon first team debut in 2018, but this season he has battled with a combination of injury and bad play.
The 26-year-old has maintained his status as a St James’ Park fan favourite despite his ups and downs. Newcastle would be inclined to cash in on Longstaff while they still have the opportunity, since his contract is scheduled to end in the summer of 2025.
The Elland Road supporters will be delighted to hear that Rodon might stay at the team, as the Welsh centerback has established himself as a key member of Daniel Farke’s squad. The 26-year-old has played in 35 Championship games for Leeds while on loan from Premier League team Spurs.“Because he is quick and good on the ball and you can defend with him on the high line. He has grown more and more into this role and he leads from the backline”.
According to earlier reports, Spurs are willing to let Rodon depart this summer, with the North London team seeking a price tag of between £12 million and £15 million. Adding Rodon to the team will provide Leeds with a top-tier player with Premier League experience, which will help them in their effort to advance.
