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Edward Bazeley

Sun 13 April 2025 17:45, UK

Manor Solomon and Jayden Bogle were the heroes as Leeds United took a giant step towards automatic promotion with a 2-1 win over Preston on Saturday.

Solomon’s impressive early strike handed the Whites an early lead over North End, but the Lancashire outfit soon found their equaliser through Kaine Kesler-Hayden.

However, Bogle got the better of Preston keeper David Cornell to ensure that Daniel Farke’s men claimed a vital three points.

Leeds are now five points clear of third-place Sheffield United with just four games left to play in the Championship and look set for next season’s Premier League, barring any disaster.

Solomon responds to Bogle message after huge win

Bogle’s goal marked his sixth of the Championship season, while his attacking returns have helped Farke and Co in their promotion bid.

After Leeds beat Preston, the defender posted on Instagram: “Three points, MOT. Atmosphere, wow.”

Solomon showed his appreciation for his fellow goalscorer as he commented: “Bogzz” alongside a flame emoji.

Leeds look set to continue their strong form

Before their 1-0 win over Middlesbrough on 8 April, Farke’s men had endured a run in which they managed just one win in six attempts.

However, the West Yorkshire giants have now managed to turn matters around with two wins in as many outings against Boro and Preston.

The Whites’ long-awaited return to good form has nicely coincided with promotion rivals Sheffield United’s run of three consecutive defeats at the hands of Oxford, Millwall, and Plymouth.

But unlike Chris Wilder’s men, who have hit bad form at exactly the wrong time, Farke’s men will be intent on keeping their winning run intact and should be capable of doing just that.

On Good Friday, Leeds travel to Oxford before going head-to-head with Stoke on Easter Monday.

Both Oxford and Stoke are still vying to remain in the Championship, while Farke’s promotion chasers could seal it with six points in these games.