Blackburn Rovers Top Leeds 1-0 in Championship

Blackburn Rovers secured a 1-0 victory over Leeds United, with Todd Cantwell's penalty in the 22nd minute proving decisive. Leeds, aiming to leapfrog Sheffield United into first place, struggled to find their rhythm early on and had a late equalizer ruled offside. Despite pushing for a comeback, Leeds were thwarted by Blackburn's solid defense and the impressive performance of goalkeeper Aynsley Pears. The win marked Blackburn's third consecutive victory and bolstered their playoff aspirations, while Leeds missed a crucial opportunity to regain the top spot in the Championship. The match was characterized by several missed chances from both teams, with Blackburn's Dolan and Cantwell standing out as key contributors. Leeds' defensive errors compounded their frustrations, ultimately leading to their third defeat of the season.