- McKennie back in XI after being dropped
- Midfielder joined compatriot Aaronson
- Win rockets Leeds to 13th place
WHAT HAPPENED? McKennie rejoined USMNT teammate Brenden Aaronson in the XI as Leeds secured a vital win in their relegation fight. Jack Harrison and Luis Sinisterra scored the goals for the hosts after Forest grabbed an early lead.
HOW DID THEY FARE? They were reliable but not incredible in the victory. McKennie, who returned to the XI after being used as a substitute against Arsenal, was a passing focal point, attempting more balls than any other midfielder for either team, including two key passes. Aaronson was much quieter than he was in an impressive outing against the Gunners but was nonetheless at an acceptable enough level to warrant a start this weekend.
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Leeds entered the match sitting 18th in the Premier League but leapt all the way up to 13th. However, they remain just two points above the drop zone in a crowded bottom half of the table.
Defeating Forest, a fellow relegation battler, could prove a difference maker at the end of the campaign.
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Getty ImagesWHAT NEXT FOR LEEDS? Leeds' next match will come on Sunday as they face another relegation contender, Crystal Palace.