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Leeds United vs Aston Villa LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction

Follow all the action from Elland Road

Sports Staff
Thursday 10 March 2022 12:45 EST
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A general view of Elland Road (Reuters)

Follow live coverage as Leeds United face Aston Villa in the Premier League today.

Manchester City are reigning champions after a dominant 2020/21 season and Pep Guardiola's side are favourites to win it again boasting as they do one of the best squads in Europe.

European champions Chelsea have proven they have what it takes to dethrone City, however, having done it in last season's Champions League final and will be hoping to add a domestic title to the one won in Porto.

Liverpool were winners back in 2020 ending a 30-year wait for league glory and Jurgen Klopp is sure to have them back challenging again at the sharp end this season too while Manchester United will be looking to be back in the title picture with Cristiano Ronaldo returning to his former club in the summer.

It's not all about the action at the top though with Norwich, Watford and Brentford promoted to the top tier for 2020/21 and hoping to hold their own against the best English football has to offer and avoid the drop.

We will bring you all the action and updates from today's game in the live blog below:

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

HALF-TIME: LEEDS UNITED 0-1 ASTON VILLA

10 March 2022 20:32

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

10 March 2022 20:32

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

Watkins looks to be in behind, but he just stalls a little and his shot is blocked. Luiz then tries his luck form distance, however Meslier is able to easily catch it in his midriff.

10 March 2022 20:31

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

Yellow Card Robin Koch

10 March 2022 20:30

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

Coutinho has been the best player on the pitch so far, showing off his quick feet this time to skip away from Dallas before he is finally crowded out by Dallas' teammates.

10 March 2022 20:30

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

Great save! Meslier makes an important stop to deny McGinn, who cut onto his right foot before curling an effort towards the far corner. Luckily for the hosts, their French goalkeeper was able to push the shot wide at full stretch.

10 March 2022 20:28

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

10 March 2022 20:26

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

Rodrigo claims for a penalty after a coming together with Chambers, the referee doesn't see anything wrong with it and the visitors can clear.

10 March 2022 20:24

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

The Whites get the opportunity to put the ball in the box from a corner, however Harrison's delivery is really poor and hits the first man.

10 March 2022 20:22

Leeds United vs Aston Villa

10 March 2022 20:21

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