Manchester United earns victory in thriller at Leeds as super subs shine

Manchester United survived blowing another half-time lead to open up a four-point advantage in the race for a top-four finish in the Premier League with a thrilling 4-2 victory at relegation-threatened Leeds. Harry Maguire reacted to inquiries over his status as captain of the Red Devils by opening the scoring on 34 minutes before Bruno Fernandes added a second the stroke of half-time. Lost leads have been a feature of Ralf Rangnick’s interim spell in charge and United were punished by another slow beginning to a second-half as Rodrigo’s lucky cross and substitute Raphinha brought Leeds level.

However, United this time bounced back to find a victor when Fred smashed in 20 minutes from time before Anthony Elanga sealed the points late on.

Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa described keeping his club in the top-flight as “an obligation” this week however took the bold decision to drop top scorer Raphinha to the bench after subbing the Brazilian at half-time in last week’s 3-0 defeat at Everton.