Leeds United surged to second place in the Championship standings with an exhilarating win against Middlesbrough, breaking their three-game streak without a victory.
Middlesbrough seized an early lead through Isaiah Jones, but Leeds quickly retaliated with Crysencio Summerville’s penalty, capitalizing on Anfernee Dijksteel’s foul on Georginio Rutter.
The Whites seized control as Patrick Bamford netted a goal from Junior Firpo’s precise cross, only for Emmanuel Latte Lath to equalize for Boro with a powerful strike.
Willy Gnonto extended Leeds’ lead to 3-2 at halftime, though his goal was debatably offside. Summerville showcased his prowess with a skillful goal, but Latte Lath’s header ensured a nail-biting finish.
With this victory, Leeds reclaimed second place, but with one more game played than Ipswich. Leicester City’s potential promotion hinged on the outcome of their match against Southampton, while Middlesbrough’s defeat dashed their slim playoff aspirations, ending a nine-game unbeaten streak under Michael Carrick’s management.
