Leeds boss Dennis Wise was left to reflect on a 'tired and jaded' performance by his side in front of the Sky TV cameras, as United were held to a goalless draw by Hereford United. Indeed, the League 2 outfit themselves may have ended Leeds participation in this season's FA Cup competition at the first hurdle, had it not been for match-saving effort by Casper Ankergren to deny Lionel Ainsworth's header with 10 minutes remaining.
'I don't think we gave a good account of ourselves' said Wise. 'We can perform better than we did but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt after Carlisle, Bournemouth and now Hereford this week. It's been a long time travelling and hard work for them. I think they gave it as much as possible, but unfortunately we were a bit below par. I thought we looked tired and jaded.'
The manager made four changes allowing several of the squad some respite in the middle of a hectic period for the League 1 promotion chasers - Leeds now face three home games in eight days, but Wise was pleased with the contribution of those who were given their chance. 'It was good for the other lads to get a run out. They're in my thoughts and it was good for them.'
