Mixed results in bottom-half
“On a positive note, we have restricted a good Leeds team to virtually nothing but the seven million pound player who came on has proved that moment of quality that separated the two sides.” Quote from manager Phil Parkinson interviews in BWFC.co.uk
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Chasing pack from top end
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