- Adams and McNeil collide, prompting melee
- Four players cautioned
- Tensions high amid relegation threat
WHAT HAPPENED? The incident occurred in the final moments of a tense first half as Everton's Dwight McNeil took down Adams after losing the ball. The American took exception to the sequence, prompting a clash featuring several players from both sides.
In the end, Adams, McKennie, McNeil and Abdoulaye Doucoure were cautioned for their involvement.
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Tensions were high between the two sides as both know how vital the match is to the relegation race. Entering Saturday, Leeds maintained a one-point lead over the Toffees for the final safe spot in the Premier League.
WHAT NEXT FOR LEEDS? The Whites have another game against a club hoping to avoid a drop to the Championship, Southampton, on February 25.
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