Oldham manager Dave Penney admitted that his side had come up against a better side as Leeds picked up a 2-0 win in the FA Cup.

Jonathan Howson's spectacular opener gave Oldham a mountain to climb and the home side were finally killed off by substitute Mike Grella.

Penney said: "It was always going to be a tough ask because Leeds are flying in the league.

"Having said that, the first goal took a d little deflection and the second came on the break when we were chasing a replay.

"Joe Colbeck had a great chance for us at 0-0 but he showed a lack of confidence and as a club we need to be more ruthless.

"We worked hard but you have to give Leeds credit because they are big and strong and they do not give much away."