Leeds United ascended to third place in the Championship standings following a commanding 3-0 triumph over struggling Rotherham.
Patrick Bamford and Crysencio Summerville netted for the Whites, extending their unbeaten streak to five league matches. They now sit just one point behind Southampton in second place.
Despite Leicester City’s comfortable lead at the top, the race intensifies among Leeds, Southampton, and Ipswich Town, with only four points separating the trio. Leeds’ final showdown against Southampton promises to be a pivotal moment in the season.
In the aftermath of the game at Elland Road, LeedsLive delves into how the national press and Rotherham’s perspective reflected on yesterday’s encounter.
Crysencio Summerville, the leading scorer, bagged a brace against Rotherham, propelling Leeds United to their sixth consecutive league victory and maintaining pressure on the top two teams.
Patrick Bamford also found the net against the Millers, who continue to struggle at the bottom of the table, sitting 12 points adrift from safety. Leeds dominated proceedings and could have added more goals, maintaining their flawless league record in 2024.
Elland Road remains impervious to defeat in the Championship this season, while Rotherham’s winless streak away from home extends to 28 games. Manager Daniel Farke’s accolade as the league’s manager of the month for January seemed to fuel Leeds’ impressive performance into February.
Bamford’s early goal, albeit controversial due to handball claims, set the tone for Leeds’ dominance. Despite protests from Rotherham, the goal stood, exacerbating the Millers’ struggles.
The encounter highlighted the stark contrast between the league’s bottom club and a promotion-chasing Leeds side. Rotherham’s winless record in 2024 juxtaposed with Leeds’ seven wins and one draw since the turn of the year underscored the enormity of the challenge facing Leam Richardson’s men.
