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EFL confirm Turf Moor shoot-out between Burnley and Leeds took place at home end due to safety concerns

The English Football League has confirmed the penalty shoot-out in Leeds' Carabao Cup win at Burnley was taken in front of home supporters in the interests of crowd safety.

Sky Bet Championship side Leeds secured a place in the last-16 following a dramatic 5-3 win on spot-kicks.

The match had ended 2-2 following a frantic end to normal time, when a free-kick from Burnley midfielder Robbie Brady cancelled out what had appeared to be a decisive penalty from Pablo Hernandez some four minutes into time added on.

Leeds United defeat Burnley on penalties in the Carabao Cup third round on Tuesday night
Leeds United defeat Burnley on penalties in the Carabao Cup third round on Tuesday night
Referee Darren Bond held talks with local police about ensuring player safety for the penalties
Referee Darren Bond held talks with local police about ensuring player safety for the penalties

The teams could not be separated after an additional half an hour, meaning the tie was decided on a shoot-out.