Jesse Marsch has explained why Kalvin Phillips didn't start Leeds United's 3-0 win over Watford. The 26-year-old was named as a substitute for the third successive game as he continues to build up his fitness after suffering a long-term hamstring injury back in December.
Phillips had missed four months of action before returning to the squad for the Whites' trip to Wolves last month, but ended up staying on the bench as they ran out 3-2 winners. However, the England international was back on the pitch when Leeds drew 1-1 with Southampton last time out.
He came on for the final 25 minutes, which led to much speculation about Phillips being named in the starting XI against Watford. Leeds fans certainly felt that way, but Marsch decided to keep him on the bench.
