In a dynamic Championship encounter home to Preston North End, Leeds asserted early authority, securing a vital 2-1 lead in the first half, an advantage they skillfully preserved through a goalless second half.

The Whites silenced Preston North End when Manor Solomon netted in the fourth minute on a pass from Ilia Gruev.

The Preston equalised to 1-1 early in the match when Kaine Hayden made his mark as he found the net just two minutes later later.

Jayden Bogle just seven minutes later, ensuring the Peacocks took the lead.

The result saw Leeds’ sixth game in a row without defeat.

It was Preston North End’s fourth game in a row without a win.

With four games remaining, Leeds are at the top of the table while Preston North End are in 16th.

The previous outing between the teams ended in a 1-1 draw, with Preston North End at home in December.

Leeds play Oxford United on 17 April, Stoke City on 20 April and Bristol C (home) on 27 April. Preston North End’s next opponents are Queens Park Rangers on 17 April, Hull on 20 April and Plymouth (home) on 25 April.