Jermaine Beckford delivers instant reaction after Leeds United earn 2-2 draw v Manchester United
Jermaine Beckford believes that Leeds United have earned a great point as they drew 2-2 against Manchester United in the Premier League on Wednesday (8 February).
The former Whites striker, who does punditry for Sky Sports among others, says that to go 2-0 up away from home itself is a “phenomenal” scoreline, but then again they had a “huge” chance to seal all three points at Old Trafford.
Beckford, while discussing the game on Premier League World feed (10:05 pm, 8 February) added that considering that the Red Devils are in great form, especially on their home turf, it’s a well-earned point for the visitors.
“Look, 2-0 away from home is a phenomenal scoreline against anybody,” said Beckford.
“When you take into account it is against Manchester United, it’s huge, huge opportunity to walk away with all three points.
“However, Man Utd have been on one of the best runs in the current campaign, especially at Old Trafford. To stop them from picking up three points and walk away with a point, you got to say a great point.”
Spot on
It was end-to-end nail-bitting stuff, and Leeds should be happy with the result.
The Whites took an early lead through Willy Gnonto and maintained it for the entire first half.
United did create some fantastic opportunities but the Whites’ defence was equal to the task. Despite losing Pascal Struijk, the Whites’ defence stayed resolute, with Max Wober playing a blinder of a game.
The likes of Luke Ayling and Robin Koch also supported him well. In the second half, Leeds increased their lead, and at that point, it felt like they could pick up a win here.
However, the home side made a strong comeback and equalised with Marcus Rashford and Jason Sancho.
The likes of Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie, who made his first start for the club, were superb in midfield.
Overall, there have been a lot of positives from this game. Beckford is right that the Whites had lost a great opportunity here to pick up all three points, but it’s a fantastic effort from the players.
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