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Leeds 3-0 Fulham: Patrick Bamford, Ezgjan Alioski and Jack Harrison send Whites top of the Championship after vital victory over promotion rivals

Leeds secured a vital victory against high-flying rivals Fulham to go top of the Championship and move eight points clear of the play-off spots in the race for promotion to the Premier League.

Top scorer Patrick Bamford opened the scoring after 10 minutes, collecting a Helder Costa pass on the edge of the penalty area before sending a precise drive beyond Fulham goalkeeper Marek Rodak.

Fulham had their chances but cool second-half finishes from Ezgjan Alioski and Jack Harrison gave the hosts a comfortable win as Scott Parker's side failed to close the five-point gap on second-placed West Brom.