A bit disappointing as Leeds never really got going in an even first half. Preston had set out to intimidate Leeds physically, and did it very successfully.
Meslier’s stupid sending off and then Preston’s immediate goal made it too hard. James’s penalty was a bit fortuitous, I’d have been livid if one like that went against us, but it was well despatched by Pascal, who had an excellent game. To be fair we were right in the game at that point. Browne who had already been booked was lucky not to get a 2nd yellow for a foul on Rutter. But the set pieces, which are so important when down to 10 were all very poorly delivered. Their winner was brilliantly created and put away by Miller, who gave Archie a tough time throughout. I felt sorry for Archie, by this time operating on the right of a 3. He was constantly left 1 v 1 against Preston’s best player, when there are more experienced right backs to put there. I think I’d like to see Byram and Spence in those positions at WBA. Rutter is beginning to impress me and I think a Salah type role on the right would suit him more. I’d almost be tempted to play Piroe in a Firminho type position with Summerville and Rutter, shifting Archie into midfield with Kamara and Ampadu. Still plenty of games to go, but today was a setback, KOT _______________________________________________ Leedslist mailing list Info and options: https://mailman.gn.apc.org/mailman/listinfo/leedslist To unsubscribe, email [email protected] Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/leedslist/ Dave Dowden, a legend, a Totty Twin, a pie man! R.I.P.
