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Patrick Bamford in tears after being forced off injured just 23 minutes into Leeds’ clash with Wolves

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PATRICK BAMFORD was reduced to tears after being forced off after just 23 minutes of Leeds’ win over Wolves.

The England forward, 28, was playing only his third match since coming back from a hamstring injury picked up in December.

Patrick Bamford was left in tears after suffering a third injury of this season aloneCredit: Sky Sports
Patrick Bamford went down clutching his ankle before being subbed off after 23 minutesCredit: Getty

Bamford had already missed more than two months of action with an ankle injury – missing ten games – earlier this season when he suffered the hamstring problem in his first game back.

And having been absent for a further 12 matches between December and March, the striker was hoping to finish the season with a bang and even force his way back into the England reckoning.

But midway through the first half at Molineux, Bamford was left in tears after suffering yet another blow.

Bamford went down clutching his ankle after chasing down a long ball.

Leeds boss Jesse Marsch was taking no chances, subbing him off for youngster Sam Greenwood.

Bamford had looked lively in the opening 20 minutes or so and even came close to breaking the deadlock.

But after going down injured, the striker limped over to the bench, briefly covered his face with his T-shirt and appeared to shed a tear as he watched on from the sidelines.

After the game, Marsh revealed he doesn’t believe the issue is too serious.

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The Elland Road chief claimed: “I think he was so disappointed because he wants to help the team.”

It’s not yet clear the extent of Bamford’s latest injury, but having missed 22 matches already, he’ll be hoping for a short lay-off.

Marsch, too, will be praying the knock isn’t serious with Illan Meslier, Diego Llorente and Mateusz Klich also taken off with injuries during the game.

Despite that, Leeds fought back from 2-0 down at half-time to win a thrilling encounter in the Midlands.

Raul Jimenez saw red after his collision with Meslier saw him shown a second yellow card.

And from there, Leeds were in charge as Jack Harrison and Rodrigo both scored chaotic goals to level things.

Luke Ayling then scored in the 91st minute before attempting a Robbie Keane-esque celebration to leave the travelling fans in dreamland.

The crucial win leaves Leeds seven points clear of the relegation zone.

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