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Late Drama at Elland Road: Leeds United Clinch Victory with 94th Minute Penalty

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Joël Piroe's last-minute penalty seals a thrilling 2-1 win for Leeds United against Preston North End at Elland Road. Read on for the nail-biting match report and player ratings!

Late drama unfolded at Elland Road as Leeds United secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Preston North End with a dramatic 94th-minute penalty by Joël Piroe. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Leeds moving within four points of the Championship automatic promotion. The atmosphere was electrifying, and fans were on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.

In a nail-biting finish, Joel Piroe's stoppage-time heroics sealed the win for Leeds, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. The tension was palpable as Piroe calmly converted the penalty, showcasing nerves of steel under immense pressure. The victory highlighted Leeds United's determination and fighting spirit on the pitch.

On the player front, YEP chief football writer Graham Smyth provided insightful ratings for the Leeds United squad, giving five players an impressive 8. The performance analysis offered a detailed look at the players' contributions and impact on the game. The ratings reflected the team's cohesion and individual brilliance in securing the crucial win.

Looking ahead, Leeds United's recent unbeaten streak in 2024, with four consecutive wins in the Championship and FA Cup, sets a promising tone for the team's future. The victory against Preston North End showcased their resilience and ability to deliver under pressure, positioning them as strong contenders in the league.

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Match Report: Leeds United 2 PNE 1 (PNEFC)

A 94th-minute Joël Piroe penalty saw Preston North End agonisingly beaten 2-1 by Leeds United at Elland Road.

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Piroe nets 94th-minute winner as Leeds pip Preston (BBC Sport)

Joel Piroe scored a dramatic stoppage-time penalty as Leeds beat Preston at Elland Road to move within four points of the Championship automatic promotion ...

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FULL TIME: Leeds United 2-1 Preston North End (Leeds United)

Leeds United secured three points with a last-minute winner at Elland Road, against Preston North End. Joel Piroe scored a stoppage time penalty to secure ...

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Leeds United net 94th minute winner as Preston North End downed ... (Lancashire Post)

Joel Piroe's injury time penalty saw Leeds United win 2-1 at Elland Road.

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Live updates: Harrogate Town Ladies vs Leeds United Women (Leeds United)

All the action from the County Cup clash. Keep up to date with Leeds United Women, who are in County Cup action, away at Harrogate Town Ladies this afternoon.

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Graham Smyth's Leeds United player ratings vs Preston as five get 8 ... (Yorkshire Evening Post)

YEP chief football writer Graham Smyth offers his verdict on the Leeds United players' performances against Preston North End on Sunday afternoon.

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Leeds 2-1 Preston: Substitute Joel Piroe's injury time penalty seals ... (Daily Mail)

ROSS HEPPENSTALL AT ELLAND ROAD: Daniel Farke often talks about Leeds United being a highly emotional club and the wild scenes which greeted Joel Piroe's ...

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RATINGS: 'Artistry', 'imposing', 'Ice man': Leeds United marks in their ... (Yorkshire Post)

HERE are the Leeds United player ratings from Sunday's Championship home game against Preston North End at Elland Road.

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Sunderland's predicted final Championship finish as Leeds United ... (Sunderland Echo)

How has Sunderland's home defeat against Hull City impacted on their predicted final position in this season's Championship?

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Daniel Farke pays Preston North End compliment despite 'time ... (Lancashire Post)

Joel Piroe's penalty in the 94th minute saw Leeds win 2-1 at Elland Road.

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Leeds United beat Preston North End with late penalty winner (Bradford Telegraph and Argus)

LEEDS United left it very late yesterday, but they got the 2-1 win they deserved in the Championship at home to Preston North End.

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'All a bit upset' - Leeds United stars take extra satisfaction in beating ... (Lancashire Post)

PNE fell to a last gasp 2-1 defeat at Elland Road on Sunday afternoon.

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Leeds United leave heavyweight under the table and defy Preston ... (Yorkshire Evening Post)

Leeds United are perfect, so far, in 2024 with four wins from four in the Championship and FA Cup, but their clash with Preston North End was of a different ...

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Daniel Farke's trust in Joel Piroe pays off as Leeds United keep their ... (Mirfield Reporter)

Daniel Farke described Leeds United's battling 2-1 win over Preston as one of the best of the season.

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Daniel Farke's trust in Joel Piroe pays off as Leeds United keep their ... (Wakefield Express)

Daniel Farke described Leeds United's battling 2-1 win over Preston as one of the best of the season.

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Leeds United v Norwich City injury latest: Two doubts and four ruled ... (Yorkshire Evening Post)

The latest injury updates ahead of Leeds United's home game with Championship rivals Norwich City on Wednesday night.

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'Justice done' for Leeds United but fans far from impressed by 'nasty ... (Yorkshire Evening Post)

YEP's Leeds United Jury have their say after a hard-fought win over Preston North End on Sunday.

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Leeds United 2-1 Preston North End: 101 minutes in the Champo ... (The Square Ball)

Would I want the time Cornell spent taking goalkicks back, just so Leeds could spend more time passing without purpose outside Preston's penalty area?

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