Leeds United set a record they wanted to steer clear of with their defeat to Southampton.
10 days after a barnstorming semi-final triumph against Norwich City, Leeds looked flat as they failed to rise to the occasion at Wembley. Southampton took the lead through Adam Armstrong, a lead they protected after the break to secure an immediate return to the top flight. Daniel James went close to equalising from the bench but saw his thunderous effort rattle the woodwork. Leeds wanted to end the day with medals draped round their necks but instead finished with an unwanted record.
Prior to the latest loss, Leeds were tied as the side to have played in the most play-off finals without winning. Bristol City, Exeter City, Lincoln City and Shrewsbury Town have also been through the wringer, on three occasions to be precise. Sign up to our new Sports Editor’s TeamTalk newsletter available this week However, none have now experienced the heartbreak as often as Leeds. Few could argue Leeds deserved anything from a game they never truly had control of.
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