Bielsa: I'll pay Leeds fine for failing to control players in Villa controversy

Chaos unfolded at Elland Road when Aston Villa's Jonathan Kodjia went down injured, with Leeds playing on to score a crucial opener. Craig Burley, Steve Nicol and Julien Laurens all agree Leeds United were right to play on when they scored while an Aston Villa player was down. Astonishing scenes in Elland Road as Leeds United score a goal instead of kicking the ball out due to injury. A scuffle ensues and Marcelo Bielsa orders his team to let Villa score on the ensuing kickoff. Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa has said he will play the club's fine for failing to control their players against Aston Villa because it is his responsibility. Both clubs were charged with failing to ensure their players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion after a second-half melee following the controversial goal with which Leeds opened the scoring in the 1-1 Championship draw at Elland Road. Editor's Picks ESPN FC 100: The top players and managers in men's soccer Captain Marvel: Soccer's greatest captains from Messi to Marta - Viewers' guide: Watch ESPN+ in U.S. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Mateusz Klich scored with a Villa player down injured on the pitch, and Bielsa then ordered Leeds...

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