Leeds United are flying at the top of the Championship. Victory at play-off chasing Coventry City last night saw the Whites take another step towards securing promotion. A 13-match unbeaten league run has put the Whites in control of their own destiny. They are five points clear of Burnley and Sheffield United in the race to go up.

The 7-0 drubbing on Saturday brought back memories of the last victory by that scoreline, in 1972, and how important it was for that side.

Leeds boss Daniel Farke admitted his side were “far from perfect” in their 2-0 win at Coventry which sent them five points clear at the top of the Sky Bet Championship. The league leaders stretched their unbeaten run to 14 matches by making the Sky Blues pay for a slack opening where they were gifted two goals.

Leeds United produced a stunning performance at home to Cardiff City on Saturday, defeating the Bluebirds after a more than convincing 7-0 scoreline.Speaking after seeing his side remain top of the