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Leeds United latest: pitchside verdict, Phillips reaction, Matteo update

Leeds United returned to the top of the Championship table on Saturday after they claimed a 2-0 win at Huddersfield Town.

Second half goals from Gjanni Alioski and Pablo Hernandez were enough to see Marcelo Bielsa's men claim a six straight win and move ahead of West Brom, who play on Sunday afternoon.

Here is a look at the latest Leeds United stories and reaction...

Bielsa's verdict

Marcelo Bielsa faced the media in the aftermath of Leeds United's 2-0 win at Huddersfield Town.

He addressed the difference in the two halves, Oliver Casey's debut, Kiko Casilla's performance and how they coped in the absence of Liam Cooper and Kalvin Phillips.

Here is a full transcript of every question and answer from that debrief at John Smith's Stadium.

Phillips watches on

It would appear that Kalvin Phillips doesn't really enjoy a watching brief...

Matteo issues update

Dominic Matteo issued a personal update on his continued recovery via Twitter on Saturday evening - the first time he has spoken since undergoing life-saving surgery after falling ill with a brain tumour.

The 45-year-old was taken ill last month, undergoing an operating at Leeds General Infirmary to remove the tumour, with thousands of football fans offering their support to the former- Leeds captain.

Here's what he's said.

Pitchside verdict

Joe Mewis and Beren Cross on Huddersfield 0-2 Leeds

Following the match, LeedsLive's Joe Mewis and Beren Cross went live on Facebook to give their take on their win and answer your questions.

Watch it above and make sure you follow our Facebook page to be notified next time the go live.

Visit our  dedicated Leeds United page  for the latest news, views and analysis from Elland Road.

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