Chris Iwelumo marveled at Illan Meslier’s performance in the face of a relentless Watford attack, despite conceding twice in Leeds United’s 2-2 draw on Friday. Meslier’s incredible save denied Emmanuel Dennis an early goal, only for Vakoun Issouf Bayo to capitalize soon after.

Meslier’s heroics throughout the match were instrumental in keeping Leeds in the contest, culminating in Mateo Joseph’s late equalizer to salvage a point at Vicarage Road.

Iwelumo, speaking on talkSPORT, praised Meslier’s agility, particularly on Bayo’s decisive strike, acknowledging the goalkeeper’s pivotal role in preventing further setbacks for the Whites.

Meslier’s consistent excellence this season has been a backbone for Leeds, with his crucial interventions often bailing out the team in challenging moments. While the defensive duo of Ethan Ampadu and Joe Rodon have been reliable, Meslier’s shot-stopping prowess has been a standout feature for the Elland Road faithful.

Despite the defensive reshuffle that saw Liam Cooper slotting in for the absent Ilia Gruev, Meslier’s stellar performance stood out, with his 17 clean sheets in the Championship attesting to his importance.

The goalkeeper’s brilliance ensured that Leeds stayed in contention against Watford, a credit to his resilience under pressure. Without Meslier’s heroics, the outcome might have been different, as Watford pressed hard for a win but were thwarted by Leeds’ determined goalkeeper.