Aston Villa boss Unai Emery admits he was left concerned by the sheer amount of chances Leeds United carved out at Villa Park on Friday night. The Whites lost the game 2-1, but they were the better side for much of the contest, managing 16 shots and forcing Emiliano Martinez into a number of fine saves.
Jesse Marsch described the contest as ‘Leeds’ most complete during his tenure’, but he could only watch on as golden opportunities to score came and went for United, who fell behind though an early Leon Bailey goal, with efforts from Rodrigo and Jack Harrison being the most notable.
Chances came in the second half, too, with Martinez being worked again before Patrick Bamford found the back of the net in the 83rd minute. That goal was ultimately nothing more than a consolation effort, with Emiliano Buendia’s 64th minute effort proving decisive.
