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Oliver Jones

Leeds United finally learn FA Cup fourth round opponents ahead of clash this weekend

Leeds United will travel to Wham Stadium to face League One opponents Accrington Stanley with a place in the fifth round of the FA Cup up for grabs.

After their replay against National League side Boreham Wood finishing 0-0 at full-time, a penalty from Accrington captain Tommy Leigh gave the 'Owd Reds the win in the seventh minute of extra time with Whites boss Jesse Marsch looking on in the stands.

They've already beaten Crawley Town and Barnet but will now face their first real test of high-level opponents in this year's edition of the tournament in the form of Marsch's side.

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The Whites made it to the fourth round by demolishing Cardiff City 5-2 albeit in a third round replay after the first clash between the sides ended in a 2-2 draw.

It was a lightning quick start for Jesse Marsch's side when Wilfried Gnonto's incredible volley gave Leeds the lead after just 30 seconds, after which Rodrigo made it 2-0 before Gnonto grabbed his second of the match before halftime.

Then a Patrick Bamford cameo saw him net twice within five minutes to cap off a delightful performance and one Whites fans were desperately hoping for, despite two late consolation goals by Callum Robinson.

Earlier this week, Walsall manager Michael Flynn was outraged by the television broadcasters' decision to show Leeds' match against Accrington instead of their own against Leicester City, with both matches kicking off at 12:30pm this Saturday.

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