When Millwall’s Jake Cooper knocked Joe Rodon in the penalty area, Leeds United supporters were ecstatic at Elland Road and on social media. Dermot Gallagher offered his analysis.
Cooper and Willy Gnonto had previously received yellow cards for an incident close to the corner flag. Maybe a bit harshly, considering Cooper forced Gnonto to the ground to make things appear unfavorable.
Gnonto had the last laugh as his thunderous goal sent Leeds to three points and top spot in the Championship table as they went on to win 2-0. Dan James doubled the lead after 79 minutes.
Leicester still has a game in hand, but Leeds now leads the table with eight games remaining. Neil Harris stated that Leeds ought to have won the match, while Georginio Rutter offered his opinion on promotion.
However, the first half could have ended with a 2-0 score. Cooper totally barges into Leeds player Rodon in the penalty area while on a yellow card; this appears to be a stone wall penalty, potentially earning Cooper a second yellow card.
Millwall vs. Leeds United in the Sky Bet Championship
According to Dermot Gallagher, Leeds ought to have received a penalty.
Although it had no bearing on the outcome, referee Stephen Martin’s call confused supporters both during and after the game. A referee during the 0-0 draw against Hull City who also sent Joe Rodon off.
On Monday morning, veteran Premier League referee Gallagher offered his assessment on Ref Watch on Sky Sports. He claims he doesn’t understand how Martin failed to see Cooper’s foul on Sunday.
“I believe there ought to be a fine. He bumps into Rodon and manages to get a touch on the ball, although I believe that was more chance than skill. Gallagher had previously on Monday said, “I just don’t see how you can do that.”
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