Leeds United returned to the top of the Championship table with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Preston North End at Elland Road on April 12, 2025. The match saw an early flurry of goals, with Manor Solomon opening the scoring for Leeds in the fourth minute with a precise right-footed shot from 18 yards. However, Preston quickly equalized through Kaine Kesler-Hayden's impressive left-footed strike just two minutes later.
Leeds regained the lead in the 13th minute when Solomon provided a dangerous cross from the left, allowing Jayden Bogle to score his sixth goal since joining the club.
Despite several close calls, including Joel Piroe hitting the bar and Willy Gnonto's powerful shot being saved, Leeds held on to secure the victory.
This win places Leeds five points clear of third-placed Sheffield United, who lost to Plymouth, and level on points with Burnley but ahead on goal difference. The result is crucial for Leeds' promotion push with only four games remaining in the season.
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