After a goalless first half, Crysencio Summerville's tenth goal of the season put Leeds ahead in the 58th minute but the Sky Blues drew level through a Bobby Thomas header eight minutes later and left with a 1-1 draw as United's run of seven straight wins at Elland Road was ended.
Third-placed Leeds remain ten points behind both second-placed Ipswich Town and leaders Leicester City who have a game in hand and visit Birmingham City on Monday night. Leeds are also now level on points with fourth-placed Southampton.
Graham Smyth, the YEP’s chief football writer, hands out the scores from a missed opportunity at Elland Road following a 2-2 draw for Ipswich in the East Anglian derby at home to Norwich City.
1. Illan Meslier
7 - Could maybe have come for the cross for the goal but defence gave him no help. Otherwise fine, wasn't troubled often. Photo: Ian Hodgson
2. Archie Gray
7 - Some good stuff going forward, showed his footwork. Largely in control defensively too. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
3. Joe Rodon
7 - Some excellent recovery runs. Had to tidy up after himself once or twice after giving it away. Gave Simms short shrift. Photo: Ian Hodgson
4. Pascal Struijk
6 - Battled well with Simms, but when a cross came in he didn't take responsibility or seem to even know Thomas was there. Got done on the flank shortly after as Coventry came close to a second. Photo: Jess Hornby
5. Djed Spence
6 - Still adjusting to a new position but there were some lovely bits of skill going forward and a few important bits of defending. A little rusty. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo
6. Ethan Ampadu
7 - Some nice passes, some that weren't so good, but he kept Leeds pressing forward in the second half. Photo: Jess Hornby