Patrick Bamford expressed his thoughts on the contentious decision that saw Leeds United denied a penalty in their clash against Sunderland last night.

The Peacocks endured a frustrating 0-0 stalemate against the Black Cats at Elland Road, struggling to carve out any clear-cut opportunities throughout the match.

Following the recent international break, Leeds have managed to secure just five points from their last four games, marking a concerning dip in form at a critical juncture of the season.

Just like their previous outing, Leeds missed an opportunity to climb to the top of the table following Leicester City’s stumble against Millwall, leaving Ipswich Town with the chance to capitalize in their forthcoming fixture.

Despite their struggles on the field, Leeds felt hard done by when a strong penalty appeal was waved off in the second half, sparking frustration among the players on the pitch.

The pivotal moment came when Crysencio Summerville’s corner found Joe Rodon, who was impeded by Luke O’Nien’s outstretched arm as he went up for a header, preventing him from getting a shot off.

In a match overshadowed by questionable officiating, which allowed Sunderland to stall play and granted minimal added time, Bamford shared his disbelief at the penalty decision during a post-match interview with Sky Sports.

He remarked, “I thought the referee was going to point to the spot since he had a clear view of the incident, but sometimes these decisions don’t fall in your favor.”

While the penalty call left a bitter taste, Leeds’ recurring struggles to break down defensive opponents point to deeper issues within the squad. With only one shot on target against a compact Sunderland side, questions linger over manager Daniel Farke’s tactics and team selection.

Facing Blackburn Rovers next, Leeds must quickly address their offensive shortcomings to reignite their promotion aspirations, as another setback could spell the end of their push for a Premier League return.