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David Byrom

'Leeds Muppets not going anywhere' - Whites fans revel in Sheffield United win

Leeds United fans hailed the influence of Illan Meslier and Patrick Bamford in their win over Sheffield United.

Goalkeeper Meslier was in fine form for the Whites, winning man of the match as he pulled off a string of fine saves to keep a clean sheet.

It meant Bamford's goal at the other end - his third in three matches - was enough to secure a second Premier League win for Leeds.

Whites fans were full of praise for both players in the victory.

The win moves the Whites up to seventh in the table with two wins from their first three games.

Bamford's goal also means he becomes the first Whites player to net in the opening three games of a top-flight season for 52 years.

His goal came after Paul Merson heaped praise on Bamford in Soccer Saturday, claiming the striker was proving the doubters wrong.

Merson said: "He’s proved me wrong so far if I’m being honest.

"I didn’t see it. He’s putting himself in the box. He’s winning penalties.

"Leeds have only had seven shots on goal and they’ve scored seven goals, which is phenomenal going.

"One of his goals was a great goal, it was Thierry Henry-like. He’s been outstanding.

"He’s done everything right so far. Can he do that for the rest of the season?

"Only time will tell."

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