Leeds Utd news: Graham Smyth’s player ratings v Stoke as demolition earns perfect 10

Leeds were in electric form as the Potters visited Elland Road on Easter Monday, surging into a 5-0 lead by half-time, to move within touching distance of a place back among the Premier League elite.

Willy Gnonto added a sixth during the second half, while 16-year-old Harry Gray made his professional debut as a late substitute.

Depending on the result of Sheffield United’s clash with Burnley this evening, Leeds could be promoted today.

Comfortable, confident and always looked in control. | Mike Egerton/PA Wire

As good a first half performance as Elland Road has seen in years. He tortured Stoke. Worked hard to defend too. Completely dominant. Continued to shine after the break. | Getty Images

Played some lovely passes over the top, did any defending he needed to do with a minimum of fuss. Hardly troubled. | Getty Images

Completely within his comfort zone for the vast majority. Stoke couldn’t lay a glove on him. Passed it well. | Mike Egerton/PA Wire

His movement was a problem for Stoke, so was the link-up with Solomon. Got his goal with a lovely miskick. | Getty Images

Started on the front foot to put Leeds in a great position. Kept himself busy throughout. Played some nice passes. | Mike Egerton/PA Wire

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