Leeds United 1-1 Blackburn Rovers: Blackburn deny Leeds victory after late drama

Leeds boss Daniel Farke:

“It was definitely not our best game today. I think the lads looked a bit tired. In the first half we moved the ball too slow and didn’t create many chances.

“Also credit to Blackburn. They are well-structured and good at defending. When they lose, it’s usually 1-0. But one corner kick can change everything. We could have defended better to prevent the corner, it was unnecessary. Anything can happen.

“I feel for my lads because it was not the best performance, but great mentality. They kept going forward and didn’t lose their nerve.

“We feel a bit disappointed, yes. We know we can’t win all the games. The problem is you want to win them all. But if you can’t, you take the point and move on.”

Blackburn boss John Eustace on his side’s point and Leeds United’s penalty award:

“We defended really well. We limited Leeds to next to nothing really. I think Aynsley had one save to make right at the end.

“We’ve come to the best team in the league, the best squad of players, so to come away with a draw is really pleasing.

“I certainly don’t think we would have got the penalty if it was at the other end.

“It’s a fantastic football club, 36,000 fans, the referee’s always under pressure to give a decision. Last minute at Elland Road, it’s kind of expected.”