U.S. men's national team standout Brenden Aaronson played a crucial role in Leeds United's win over Derby County on Sunday, scoring the game's lone goal in the 79th minute in a 1-0 win over Derby. The goal was the result of impressive build-up play by Leeds that began with Sam Byram receiving the ball on the left flank.

The American midfielder logged 90 minutes as the Whites earned their fourth victory in their last five matches

Leeds United returned to the top of the Championship thanks to a narrow victory over Derby County. The Whites started well and threatened to run away with the game in the opening ten minutes. However, the hosts settled to frustrate Leeds without threatening Illan Meslier's goal.