There have been few positives for Leeds United in recent weeks and there was little for fans to cheer yesterday as they were held to a point against bottom of the league Sunderland.

Yet, whilst the results haven't been good enough, manager Paul Heckingbottom does deserve credit for the way he has brought through the younger players.

The former Barnsley boss has given Bailey Peacock-Farrell a chance in goal with the youngster responding with several strong displays, including a man of the match performance yesterday.

He was joined in the team by fellow academy graduate Paudie O'Connell, who played alongisde Pontus Jansson in the heart of the defence.

The 20-year old was shown a yellow card but other than that rarely put a foot wrong in what was a very assured performance.

Given that, the former Limerick man will hope to keep his place against Preston North End this weekend.

Here's how the fans reacted to his performance...