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Patrick Bamford admits Leeds ‘fell apart’ in 5-1 drubbing at the hands of Crystal Palace… but vows the ‘freak’ result won’t define their season amid relegation fears

Patrick Bamford acknowledged that Leeds 'fell apart' during the second half of the home side's 5-1 drubbing at the hands of Crystal Palace.

The visitors, who have been on a tear since the reappointment of Roy Hodgson during the international break, set up a second-half smash-and-grab featuring goals from Ebereci Eze, Jordan Ayew and Odsonne Edouard after Marc Guehi's equaliser moments before half time.

But Bamford, who has missed large chunks of the season due to persistent injury, vowed not to let the result define the team's season.

Following the loss, Leeds' seventh in nine matches, the side dangles just two points above the relegation places, and mired in a battle for Premier League survival.