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Gjanni Alioski hails Leeds United's identity after thumping win over West Brom

Gjanni Alioski hailed the style in which Leeds United thumped West Bromwich Albion.

The Whites ran out 5-0 winners against the side they were promoted alongside last season, scoring four times in the first half to put the game beyond any doubt.

Alioski himself got on the scoresheet, doubling Leeds' lead after Romaine Sawyers' calamitous own goal had put them ahead early on.

The 28-year-old fired a rocket into the goal from the corner of the box to cap off what was a fine display.

Alioski had 105 touches of the ball, making 82 passes at an accuracy rate of 87 per cent, and won nine duels in a dominant performance.

Rodrigo is vital for the West Brom game

His goal was his third of the season and he is proving to be a valuable option for Marcelo Bielsa this season.

Speaking post-match, the Macedonia international praised Bielsa for the influence the manager has had on his performances.

Alioski also said the big victory over West Brom was proof that the Whites' style and energy in attack is working for them.

He said: "The style we play and the philosophy, we are attractive and physically strong.

"It worked on the pitch today. We wanted to win this game and it's a big step.

"We are really happy.

"I'm trying every day to learn from my coach. Every detail that he gives me to improve in the defence. I know I have power in the offence.

"How we play when it's working you need to work. A lot of people scored and this is nice to see. Every team has the possibility to score."

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