Accrington Stanley 1-3 Leeds RECAP: Two goals in two minutes from Luis Sinisterra and Junior Firpo put the Premier League side in the FA Cup fifth round, while teenager Leslie Adekoya grabs one back for the League One outfit

  • Michael Rudling

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14:37

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14:24

FULL TIME

Leeds advance to the fifth round of the FA Cup after a fairly comfortable win. 

Accrington ran hard for 90 minutes and caused Leeds some problems when they managed to control the game and whip balls in towards Meslier, but Leeds put the game to bed in three minutes with two rapid goals after the hour mark.

Firpo’s goal was brilliantly worked and the home side dropped off a touch afterwards, which opened the door for Sinisterra to put the game to bed.

There was a brilliant moment for Stanley as 18-year-old Adekoya scored his first goal for the club off the bench, but it came too late to spark a comeback.

Elsewhere, Leicester held on for a 1-0 win over Walsall after Iheanacho’s goal.

14:21

90′ Four minutes added on in Accrington

Accrington have kept at it all afternoon and deserve a lot of credit despite the scoreline.

Adekoya comes close to adding another as he heads just over from close range.

14:16

68′ Leicester take the lead at Walsall

Iheanacho opens the scoring for the Foxes with a firm finish from outside the box.

It could be a welcome return to form for the striker as Leicester look to build something in the second half of this season.

14:10

81′ ACCRINGTON PULL ONE BACK

Adekoya bags his first Stanley goal!

What a story. The 18-year-old comes off the bench for just his eighth senior appearance and bags a goal against a Premier League side.

The ball falls to him in the Leeds box, he sets himself well and thumps it past Meslier. 

Accrington have kept at it well this afternoon and deserved a goal.

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14:02

71′ Chance for Rutter

It’s an excellent forward ball from Harrison that plays in the debutant on the left wing.

His rustiness shows as he hits the side netting an offers an apologetic wave. 

He’s shown some glimpses today, though, and could yet form a dangerous partnership with Bamford. 

13:57

68′ LEEDS MAKE IT 3-0

Sinisterra gets his goal.

Accrington are starting to tire after their midweek game and Leeds are making them pay.

Harrison runs on to a nice ball from Bamford and whips a cross into the box. Stanley don’t get back quickly enough and Sinisterra lashes home a third goal.

It will be his last action, as Rodrigo replaces him.

ACCRINGTON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 28: Luis Sinisterra of Leeds United celebrates after scoring a goal to make it 0-3 during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Accrington Stanley and Leeds United at Wham Stadium on January 28, 2023 in Accrington, England. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty Images)

13:54

66′ LEEDS SCORE

Firpo gets his first Leeds goal!

A really classy goal from the visitors. Bamford makes another clever run and then plays a brilliant ball in to the on-running Firpo.

The full back opens his body and slots it home nicely.

13:53

63′ Nice run from Sinisterra

Sinisterra weaves his way into the box nicely from the left wing.

He should square it for Rutter but chooses to go alone and hits it wide.

The new signing doesn’t look thrilled.

13:51

61′ Chance for Bamford

Another clever run from the Leeds striker and he hammers a volley just past the post.

He’s caused all sorts of problems with his movement today but his finishing lacks edge after a period on the sidelines.

13:47

57′ Rutter back on the pitch

The striker looks after receiving treatment.

Accrington have struggled to create much in the last few minutes but the fans are still behind them.

13:42

52′ Meslier looks troubled by high balls

There’s been some uncertainty to Meslier’s performance in the Leeds goal today.

He lacks authority when coming out to collect high balls, and Accrington may find some joy if they can keep peppering him.

13:40

51′ Rutter looks hurt

Worrying signs for Leeds as their new record signing Rutter goes off the pitch after a knock.

He walks off okay but was down for a while.

13:37

46′ HUGE CHANCE FOR ACCRINGTON

What has he done!

It’s a clever free kick from Leeds as they delay the cross, and the ball works its way across to Rodgers, who is free in the box.

He is on the move but just has to hit the target, and he blasts it over from close range.

Brilliant chance for Stanley.

13:35

Back underway

Leeds kick off the second half in Accrington.

It’s a massive 45 minutes for Stanley as they look to build some momentum ahead of a league one relegation battle 

13:32

Back underway

Leeds kick off for the second half in Lancashire.

A big 45 minutes for Accrington as they look to build a cup run ahead of a league one relegation fight.

13:19

HALF TIME

An interesting first half at the Wham Stadium that ends with Leeds 1-0 up.

The homeside looked energetic throughout the half and caused a lot of problems for Leeds early on. They came within an excellent Firpo block of taking the lead, as Meslier struggled to deal with some accurate diagonal long-balls.

Leeds began to grow into the game after 20 minutes but had to rely on a piece of individual brilliance to take the lead, as Harrison hit an absolute thunderbolt to open the scoring.

There has been far too much space on the edge of the Accrington box, and that’s where all of Leeds’ best chances have come from.

Stanley are still working hard, though, and could force their way back into the game after the break.

It remains 0-0 between Walsall and Leicester.

13:18

45′ Getting a bit feisty in Accrington

There have been a couple of strong tackles in the last few minutes, and Tharme had a few words with Bamford that the Leeds striker looked unimpressed by.

It is a Roses clash after all…

13:13

40′ Rutter shoots from distance

Stanley are giving Leeds far too much space at the edge of the box.

Rutter forces a good low save from Savin with another strike from outside the box.

After conceding one and seeing another one hit the upright, Stanley need to find a way of stopping these shots from distance.

13:10

36′ SINISTERRA HITS THE POST

Another brilliant strike from Leeds.

The winger hits a curling effort that’s always headed towards the far post, as Savin dives at full stretch towards it.

He might just get a fingertip on it, and the ball rattles against the woodwork.

13:07

33′ Dangerous run from Bamford

Bamford makes an excellent diagonal run and receives the ball on the left of the box.

He hits it first time at a tight angle as he looks to catch out Savin, but it’s a poor choice as the shot is easily saved.

13:03

30′ Leeds beginning to purr

The game has shifted since the goal.

Leeds are coming forward with a little more conviction and have started to take control of the game.

Rutter has had a couple of good chances, including one that was deflected over the bar.

The home side have adjusted well to having less of the ball and look good on the break, but they’ve not been able to capitalise on the pressure they were putting on Meslier with those long balls in the opening minutes.

 

12:54

23′ LEEDS SCORE

Leeds go 1-0 up!

What a strike from Harrison.

It’s laid on for him in a bit of space 25 yards out, and the midfielder drills it hard to the far post.

There’s not a lot the keeper can do, and the home side will need to keep their heads up now after playing some good football in the opening 20 minutes.

ACCRINGTON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 28: Jack Harrison of Leeds United celebrates after scoring a goal to make it 0-1 during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Accrington Stanley and Leeds United at Wham Stadium on January 28, 2023 in Accrington, England. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty Images)

12:47

13′ Accrington on top (just)

Leeds have struggled to get a stranglehold on this game, and while they’ve looked assured at the back, Jesse Marsch will be keen for more control.

Accrington have forced a couple of easy saves for Meslier and are enjoying a lot of the ball, but look vunerable when Leeds break.

Stanley captain McConville produces a firm strike from outside the box but Meslier catches it with ease.

 

12:42

8′ Good chance for Rutter

Lovely football from Leeds.

They combine nicely down the left as Rutter drifts into the box with an elusive run and received the ball in a great position.

He shoots first time and hits it wide of the post, a poor effort from the new signing after a classy move.

Accrington seem unfazed and have the crowd behind them.

12:38

6′ Scare for Leeds

Accrington are moving the ball nicely on what looks to be an excellent surface.

They’ve also put some well-directed long balls into the Leeds box, one of which was poorly dealt with by Meslier and nearly gave the home side a shot at an open game.

Firpo cut it out with an excellent challenge, but the Accrington game plan looks effective already.

12:35

2′ Early run for Bamford

Leeds win a corner after a dangerous looking run from Bamford, their captain today.

He picks it up on the edge of the box and holds it up nicely but cannot force a chance. 

An early warning for Accrington, though.

12:31

KICK OFF

We’re underway in Accrington!

The home side kick off first.

12:25

‘We’ll play our normal game’

John Coleman, who has been Accrington manager for 22 years across two spells, told the BBC: ‘I want to win every game, there’s no difference today. Today is a good day out, but the league is our priority.

‘We’ll play our normal game. We’ll be organised so they can’t break through us and try to get a few chances ourselves.’

12:13

The players warm-up

We’re closing in on kick-off now in Lancashire.

A win today could be key for Jesse Marsch’s side as they look to build momentum ahead of a potential relegation battle.

ACCRINGTON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 28: Rodrigo Moreno of Leeds United warms up with teammates prior to the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Accrington Stanley and Leeds United at Wham Stadium on January 28, 2023 in Accrington, England. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

11:58

Unchartered territory for Leeds

Leeds have made it to the FA Cup fourth round just once in the past 10 years, and were forced to a replay by Cardiff in the third round this year.

They are not immune to an upset after being knocked out by Sutton United in 2017.

When asked about the tie in the week, Accrington boss John Coleman said: ‘They are on a lot more money but our side have big hearts.’

11:46

Giant-killings on the cards?

Nothing tops a lower league side knocking out a Premier League opponent at this stage of the Cup.

After Darvel produced one of the all-time upsets by beating Aberdeen in the Scottish Cup last week, we have two more potential upsets on the card in the early kick-offs today.

Lewis Steele has taken a look at the potential surprises on offer this weekend.

11:40

Walsall team news
11:39

Leicester team news
11:37

Accrington team news
11:35

Leeds team news
11:34

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