Leeds United take a one-goal advantage into the second-leg of their play-off semi-final.
Bailey Peacock-Farrell has issued a rallying cry on Twitter as Leeds look to build on their 1-0 victory in the first-leg of their Championship play-off semi-final.
Kemar Roofe’s goal has given Marcelo Bielsa’s men the narrow advantage heading into Wednesday’s second-leg at Elland Road. It was a superb performance from Leeds, especially given that they finished the regular season in such disappointing fashion.
The Whites suffered the setback of not having Pontus Jansson available, while Adam Forshaw picked up an injury during the midway point in the first-half at Pride Park.
But Gaetano Berardi was exceptional alongside Liam Cooper in defence, and Jamie Shackleton has left plenty of supporters urging Bielsa to hand him a start in the middle of the park on Wednesday regardless of whether Forshaw is fit or not.
Derby did not have a single shot on target during the game. And while the Rams had their chances and spells of good play, there can surely be no question that Leeds were the better side for the third time this season.
However, Bielsa will not need to remind his players that the complexion of the tie could change completely if Leeds do not start well this week. And Peacock-Farrell has looked to rally the players and fans with a message on social media following the win at the weekend.
The goalkeeper – who was an unused substitute on Saturday – made it clear that the job was not done yet…
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