Stuart Dallas hails impact of Leeds United team mate as 'handful' for Europa League holders Villarreal

Leeds fell behind after just nine seconds of Saturday's friendly against the Europa League holders which was played behind closed doors at York City's new LNER Community Stadium.

Alberto Moreno's cross was diverted past Illan Meslier by Robin Koch for an own goal with less than ten seconds on the clock but Leeds drew level eight minutes later through a cultured finish from Mateusz Klich.

Patrick Bamford then fired the Whites ahead just before the interval and Leeds were heading for victory until Dani Raba converted a Yeremy cross following a rapid Villarreal counter attack in the 81st minute.

Meslier then pulled off a tremendous save to deny Boulaye Dia a late winner but Dallas saluted a good test of United's credentials and particularly highlighted the display of Bamford upfront.

As well as scoring, the Whites no 9 saw one effort hit the crossbar and another cleared off the line whilst the striker was also denied what looked like a clear penalty after being tripped by Jorge Cuenca in the box.

With the pre-season friendlies now finished, Leeds will begin their second season back in the Premier League with Saturday's trip to arch rivals Manchester United whilst Villarreal start their new campaign on Wednesday evening in the UEFA Super Cup clash against Chelsea, just four days after facing Leeds.