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Leicester City’s veteran striker Jamie Vardy came off the bench to earn his side a 1-1 draw with a late equaliser in a crunch relegation battle away to Leeds United on Tuesday.
Leeds were closing in on a massive three points in their quest for safety thanks to Luis Sinisterra’s 20th-minute header after Leicester’s Youri Tielemans had a goal ruled out.
The 36-year-old Vardy, who came on in the 70th minute, had other ideas though and fired past Leeds keeper Illan Meslier from James Maddison’s pass to rescue his side.
The former England striker then thought he had given Leicester the lead but his effort was ruled out for offside.
A frantic finale then saw Leicester keeper Daniel Iversen make a couple of vital saves before Leeds striker Patrick Bamford headed a glorious opportunity wide.
The result did little to ease either side’s relegation fears with Leicester remaining in 17th place with 29 points, one point ahead of third-from-bottom Everton. Leeds have 30 points.
Leeds United vs Leicester City
GOAL!!! WHAT A STRIKE FROM TIELEMANS!!! Maddison's corner is not dealt with by the home defence, and it runs out to Tielemans outside the box. He hits it first time, and the technique is delightful as he sends it flying into the top left corner. The goalkeeper had no chance, and the visitors lead 1-0! However, there will be a VAR check for offside...
Leeds United vs Leicester City
A Leicester counter ends with the returning Maddison and Barnes linking up, and the former's quick turn and cross is blocked behind for a corner. Can the Foxes take advantage of this set-piece opportunity?
Leeds United vs Leicester City
McKennie looks to set Harrison through on goal with a lofted throughball, but Iversen is alert to race out of his goal and gather before any damage can be done.
Leeds United vs Leicester City
It has been a frenzied opening with both teams looking to get on the front foot early.
Leeds United vs Leicester City
The visitors kick us off and we are underway!
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