‘I feel’: BBC pundit says another player that’s not Illan Meslier COST Leeds in stoppage time vs Sunderland

BBC Pundit Defends Illan Meslier, Says Brenden Aaronson’s Miss Cost Leeds United Against Sunderland

Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier has faced criticism for his stoppage-time error against Sunderland, but BBC pundit Jon Newsome believes another player’s mistake was equally costly.

Meslier’s mistake allowed Sunderland’s Alan Browne to score in the 97th minute, denying Leeds a 2-1 away win. However, Newsome argues that Brenden Aaronson’s missed opportunity in stoppage time was equally pivotal.

“Aaronson had the chance to put the game to bed,” Newsome said on BBC Radio Leeds. “He had all the time and space in the world to find one of the corners or Wilfried Gnonto, but instead saw his wayward shot cannon off the defender.”

Newsome emphasized that Leeds must be more clinical in front of goal to secure automatic promotion. “Little things like that, where we have to be more clinical, will make a big difference,” he added.

Aaronson, typically impressive in the number 10 role, struggled with the physicality of the match, looking tired and off-pace. His performance was arguably his worst since returning to the team.

To compound matters, Aaronson has been named in the USA squad and will play two games, including an away match in Mexico, leaving him little time to rest before Leeds’ next game against Sheffield United.

Key Points:

• Illan Meslier’s stoppage-time error cost Leeds United three points against Sunderland
• BBC pundit Jon Newsome believes Brenden Aaronson’s missed opportunity was equally costly
• Aaronson struggled with the physicality of the match and looked tired
• Leeds must be more clinical in front of goal to secure automatic promotion
• Aaronson’s international commitments will leave him little time to rest before Leeds’ next game

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