Leeds United fans were left delighted after gaining a vital three points in London thanks to a 3-2 win. Jack Harrison will be claiming most of the plaudits for his hattrick, but centre half Pacsal Struijk was highlighted on social media by the Leeds fans.
The defender was in inspired form, helping his side battle past West Ham on Sunday afternoon. He was rock solid at the back, not being dribbled past once and winning all of his ground duels. He was ranked as the best centre half on the pitch by SofaScore, proving just how good he was.
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The Leeds fans on social media were quick to recognise his performance, singling him out for large amounts of praise.
What the Leeds fans said about Struijk
“If Antonio is declared a missing person tomorrow, he’ll probably still be in Struijk’s pocket! #lufc.” @Rossey1987
“Cannot get over Struijk’s performance today. The guy is a revelation.” @DarylRS29
“Pascal Struijk is a phenomenal defender.” @Bungalo41493358
“Pascal Struijk take a bow lad! Thought he was solid at the back! MOT.” @Micky_LUFC
“Pascal Struijk is our best centre back. An absolute colossus.” @BowlesyM
“Can I just say though, what a baller Struijk is #Lufc #MOT.” @DefenderInTrait
It’s clear just how much the Leeds United supporters loved what they saw from their centre back today, but boy, did they need him!
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It was a five goal thriller, so that extra edge at the back was one of the key factors in seeing Leeds leave with all the points rather than one, or possibly worse.
The result now leaves Marcelo Bielsa’s side nine points clear of the drop zone, a very nice cushion to have given the fragility of some of the sides below them.
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