Here are the latest Leeds United headlines from Sunday, May 1.
Stuart Dallas faces ‘lengthy period’ injured after leg break
All fears were confirmed on Sunday morning when the club confirmed that Stuart Dallas suffered a broken femur during Saturday’s 4-0 defeat at home to Manchester City.
The incident happened in first-half injury-time when Dallas flew into a tackle on City’s Jack Grealish, but it was the Northern Ireland international who came off far worse. Dallas was eventually stretchered off, and the club have since confirmed that he will face a ‘lengthy period’ out of action.
“It is impossible to put into words just how important Stuart is to Leeds United on and off the field.” A club statement read.
“Anyone who knows Stuart, knows he will come back from this stronger than ever, and in the meantime, he is sure to make his presence known at both Thorp Arch and Elland Road. There’s only one Stuart Dallas.”
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Everton heap pressure on whites with shock win
To rub salt in the wound, Everton pulled off a shock 1-0 win at home to Chelsea in Sunday’s early kick-off, thanks to a goal just after half-time from Richarlison. The Brazilian pounced on an uncharacteristic mistake from Chelsea captain César Azpilicueta before slotting past Edouard Mendy.
Toffees goalkeeper Jordan Pickford pulled off a string of unbelievable saves to keep his side ahead, with Thomas Tuchel’s side applying pressure but lacking the quality to find a leveller. Leeds fans will hope for a similar performance at Elland Road in the near future.
Everton remain in the bottom three despite the win, but are now two points behind both Leeds and Burnley with a game in hand. Relegation is now out of Leeds’ hands as they prepare to travel to Arsenal next weekend.
Marsch defiant after defeat and praises fans support
Leeds manager Jesse Marsch was in a defiant mood after Saturday’s defeat, praising the Elland Road faithful for their incredible support throughout. Those inside the ground made themselves heard from the first whistle until the last - and then some.
Even at 4-0 down, the only noise was from the home crowd, who kept going long after the final whistle.
“The best part is that we saw the fan's response after a match.” Marsch said,
“A 4-0 loss at home and you saw so much passion and love for this team, and this club from our fans. I know some people may have thought I was being facetious or sarcastic when I said it was the best team in the world against the best club in the world. But I mean that.
“I've never seen a place like this and it's a very unique relationship that this club has with its fan base and with the city.”
