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Josh Challies

Leeds United fans hail Bristol City star after hat-trick against Sheffield United

Leeds United fans endured a turbulent day in the Championship, where the picture in the promotion chase changed significantly on a number of occasions.

Marcelo Bielsa's side fell behind twice at Elland Road against Millwall but fought back valiantly to win 3-2 and secured all three points - with the win even more important when news filtered through from Sheffield United.

The Blades were torn apart by Bristol City's Andreas Weimann, who struck a hat-trick for the Robins in a 3-2 victory - sending the Blades slipping out of the automatic promotion spots.

Crucially, it now means Leeds' promotion hopes are back in their own hands with just seven matches still to play and fans on social media made it clear who their hero was and, for once, it wasn't a member of Bielsa's squad.

Leeds are now two points clear of Sheffield United and just two behind leaders Norwich City, although the Canaries can reclaim a five-point advantage if they beat Middlesbrough in the day's late game.

Former Leeds United striker fires huge promotion warning to Marcelo Bielsa's side 

Millwall fans escorted through city centre by police ahead of Leeds United match 

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