Powerful Elland Road tribute as Leeds draw 0-0, Premier League fare questioned | OneFootball

Leeds United were held 0-0 by Brentford at Elland Road, a subdued contest framed by a powerful tribute to Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight. Football felt secondary as the home crowd stood together.

According to yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, supporters met outside with family representatives, inside thunderous applause and the traditional turning of backs accompanied tributes from players and officials.

For neutrals it was a hard watch, dominated by set pieces and aerial duels, with tactical timeouts again prompting calls for action.

Brenden Aaronson endured a bad night, repeatedly running into red and white traffic as little came off, and Daniel Farke raged when he thumped an aimless ball downfield. The break might help him, or maybe he simply needs a rest with fresh legs introduced.

Willy Gnonto stayed unused despite Leeds funnelling crosses into the box. He will not join Italy over the break and remains on the fringes, a frustrating season could yet ignite but time is not his ally. The game seemed to cry out for unpredictability Farke did not want from him.

Brentford formed a huddle before warming up, and Stuart Dallas joined chairman Paraag Marathe pitchside. Marathe and CEO Robbie Evans laid wreaths outside the East Stand, while Ethan Ampadu and Nathan Collins greeted family representatives and placed wreaths in front of the West Stand.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk