Leeds United fought back twice to secure a 2-2 draw against Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. Manager Daniel Farke described the point as 'priceless' amid their relegation fight. Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola expressed frustration over offside calls.
Bournemouth took the lead on the hour mark through Junior Kroupi, but Leeds leveled soon after when James Hill scored an own goal. Rayan gave Leeds the edge five minutes from time, converting a cross from Tyler Adams. However, Sean Longstaff volleyed home in the 97th minute after a long throw to earn Bournemouth a share of the points. Daniel Farke praised his team's resilience, telling Sky Sports: “I am just proud of my boys... Priceless for us and very proud of the boys.” The result lifts Leeds to 40 points, nine clear of the Premier League relegation zone. Farke remains cautious, adding they will celebrate only when survival is mathematically secure. Leeds now prepare for their FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea on Sunday. Outgoing Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola was irked by two offside decisions. Evanilson's goal was ruled out by a millimetre offside, and he claimed Joel Piroe obstructed goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic for Longstaff's equalizer. “It’s a difficult one to swallow,” Iraola said to Sky Sports. Bournemouth sit six points behind fifth-placed Liverpool.
