Leeds boss Steve Evans backs Massimo Cellino in TV coverage row

Cellino attempted a television black-out for Tuesday night’s 2-2 home draw with promotion-chasing Derby before relenting at the 11th hour to let cameras into Elland Road.

Head coach Steve Evans has backed Leeds owner Massimo Cellino in his bitter dispute with the Football League over the number of times his side have been televised live by Sky Sports.

Cellino, who attempted a television black-out for Tuesday night’s 2-2 home draw with promotion-chasing Derby before relenting at the 11th hour to let cameras into Elland Road, is furious at the disruption caused to players, staff and fans by rescheduled fixtures.