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Leeds United fans react to Raphinha’s latest performance

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Leeds United picked up a hugely impressive win this afternoon, beating Leicester City 3-1 at the King Power Stadium.

The Whites fell behind as Harvey Barnes opened the scoring for the Foxes, but it was Leeds’ afternoon once Stuart Dallas found the equaliser.

Leeds did have to stand firm and keep Leicester at bay for a whille, but found an explosive goal as Raphinha picked out Patrick Bamford, who finished into the top corner with a stunning finish.

Bamford then raced clear to setup Jack Harrison for number three, giving Marcelo Bielsa a huge three points and a second league win in a row.

Leeds were superb in the second half and took their chances well, with Raphinha making the difference with an outstanding pass to Bamford.

The Brazilian played a sumptuous first-time pass to split the Leicester defence and find Bamford, having previously played a couple of similar passes that amounted to little.

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 31: Raphinha of Leeds United during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Leeds United at The King Power Stadium on January 31, 2021 in Leicester, United Kingdom. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by James Williamson - AMA/Getty Images)
Photo by James Williamson – AMA/Getty Images

Fans have been taking to Twitter to rave about Raphinha, calling him ‘absolute magic’ and ‘such a baller’ having stood out once again today.

Others believe that Victor Orta struck the ‘bargain of the season’ when he signed Raphinha, calling him a ‘steal’ following his move from Rennes.

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 31: Harvey Barnes of Leicester City with Raphinha of Leeds United during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Leeds United at The King Power Stadium on January 31, 2021 in Leicester, United Kingdom. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Plumb Images/Leicester City FC via Getty Images)
Photo by Plumb Images/Leicester City FC via Getty Images