Solomon’s Strike Keeps Leeds United in Control of Promotion Race
It was a chilly Friday evening at the Kassam Stadium, and the stakes couldn’t have been higher for Leeds United. With promotion in sight and only a few games left in the season, Daniel Farke’s men delivered a gritty, disciplined performance to edge past Oxford United 1-0 — a result that keeps them firmly at the top of the Championship and five points clear of third-placed Sheffield United.
The match-winner? Manor Solomon, the on-loan Tottenham winger, who capitalised on a beautifully constructed move midway through the first half. It all started with a slick passage of play that ended with Jayden Bogle whipping in a low cross from the right. Solomon was perfectly positioned at the back post to calmly slot the ball home, giving Leeds a lead they never relinquished.
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Oxford didn’t make it easy. In fact, they started brightly, testing Leeds within the first minute from a corner. Throughout the first half, the U’s showed real intent, with Cameron Brannagan’s 20-yard strike forcing a sharp save from Leeds keeper Karl Darlow. But Leeds showed maturity — that blend of control and composure you only see in a team that knows what's at stake. Brenden Aaronson had a golden chance to double the lead before the break, but Oxford’s Jamie Cumming came up with a big save to keep his side in it.
The second half saw a more open game, with Oxford pushing forward and Leeds looking dangerous on the break. Bogle came close again with a low strike, and Ao Tanaka nearly sealed it late on, but again Cumming pulled off a fine save, tipping the ball onto the post. Despite the home side’s late pressure, Leeds held firm. It was a spirited and professional display — one that had grit written all over it.
After the match, Daniel Farke was clearly delighted, calling it a “massive win at this stage of the season.” He praised his players for their resilience and pointed out how crucial clean sheet wins like these are when you're battling for promotion. And he’s absolutely right — these are the moments that define seasons.
With only three games left, Leeds now have one foot back in the Premier League. The fans will be dreaming, the players laser-focused. If they can keep this momentum going, that dream might just become a reality very soon.
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