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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Mark Critchley

Leeds snatch fresh momentum in relegation battle in draw that feels like a win

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The nature of being in a relegation scrap is that goals and points are scarce. In turn, the few goals and points that come your way feel a little bit more valuable. That was certainly how it seemed at Elland Road, at least, when Pascal Struijk’s 92nd-minute header salvaged a draw for Leeds.

It was just a draw - only a 1-1 against an impressive Brighton and Hove Albion side - and no more or less than Leeds really deserved. Jesse Marsch considered his side a little unfortunate not to take more from their second-half onslaught on Robert Sanchez’s goal. They were cut open so often in the first, though, they were lucky not to be further behind.

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