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Jamie Carragher shares why Leeds star is 'nightmare', he absolutely loves it

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is hitting top stride again at Leeds United already. After a sensational first season at Elland Road, the England international has picked up where he left off. Calvert-Lewin terrorised Newcastle on Monday evening, as Leeds cruised to a 4-1 victory in LS11. The striker scored his second, and so he thought another, of the season as Leeds went third in the Premier League. With Crystal Palace next up at Elland Road again on Sunday, he already has his eye on more in his favourite stadium. And Jamie Carragher couldn't think of anything worst. What do ex-pros think of Dominic Calvert-Lewin? The game has changed so much over the years, it's become faster and somehow even more physical in several ways. Calvert-Lewin is the epitome of that, and Daniel Farke can't stop waxing lyrical about his number nine. Speaking on Monday Night Football after the win, Carragher admitted that he left Everton at the perfect time to rejuvinate his career. "For me, he's the type of player when you look at as an ex-Premier League centre-back," he said. "He's such a handful to play against" What a start to the season Dominic Calvert-Lewin has had pic.twitter.com/djHyihgRtS — Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) September 14, 2026 "Thinking, I'm glad I'm not playing now. "He would have been an absolute nightmare to handle, his leap, I love watching him play." Calvert-Lewin shares what Jayden Bogle told him after 'scandalous' decision in Leeds United win vs Newcastle What do Leeds fans think about Calvert-Lewin? In short, they absolutely love him. It's a classic football tale, and his last few years couldn't be more contrasting at Everton and Leeds. Those at Elland Road aren't saints, and they've hammered their fair share of players, and that's what happened to Calvert-Lewin on Merseyside towards the end. Injuries took their toll, and he was missing confidence and therefore chances that came his way when on the pitch. Calvert-Lewin took his summer as a free agent to get to the bottom of those issues, and he's been sensational for Leeds since. In Farke, he has a manager that loves him, and the Leeds fans accept that while he will miss plenty, he'll also score plenty. It's a match made in heaven, and that is exploding in the best possible way for everyone involved now. For Calvert-Lewin, he just has to keep doing what he's doing and that hero status will only get bigger and bigger.

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BBC Sport reporter notes 'lovely moment' in Leeds win vs NUFC after what both sets of fans did

Leeds United and Newcastle United fans paid tribute to the late Gary Speed during Monday's Premier League clash. Speed was tragically found dead at his home at the age of 42 in November 2011, when he was manager of the Wales national team. His death had a profound effect on the world of football, and led to an outpouring of support for a figure who was held in huge regard. Speed was a hugely popular figure at Leeds, with whom he won the old First Division title in 1992 before the inception of the Premier League. He was also a fan-favourite with the Newcastle fanbase, and he played in two FA Cup finals during his time with the Magpies. And there was a "lovely moment" spotted during Leeds' 4-1 Premier League on Monday between both sets of fans. What did Leeds and Newcastle fans do for Gary Speed? On the pitch, Leeds ran out comfortable winners on the evening as Newcastle proved no match for the hosts. Ao Tanaka 's strike caused an own goal from Lewis Miley , before Jayden Bogle doubled the lead - albeit Dominic Calvert-Lewin will have something to say about that. Calvert-Lewin did get a deserved goal before half-time, and Noah Okafor made sure of the win with a well-executed goal in the second half. Bazoumana Toure scored a late consolation for Newcastle in the only blip on Leeds' card on the evening. While there was the usual barbs between opposing fans, there was a nice moment when the fanbases came together. Explaining what both sets of supporters did, BBC Sport reporter Ciaran Kelly wrote: "Both sets of supporters join in as they sing "Oh Gary, Gary!" in tribute to the late Gary Speed, who of course represented both Leeds United and Newcastle United. Lovely moment." Gary Speed's memory lives on for Leeds and Newcastle It was a genuinely touching moment at Elland Road, and proof - not that it were needed - that Speed's memory will always live on among the Leeds and Newcastle fans. Rivals on the pitch they may be, but fair play to both fanbases for what was a very nice moment in a highly charged fixture. Speed was an excellent servant to Leeds, coming through the routh yanks at Elland Road and playing eight seasons in the first team before departing for Everton It is testamant to the man that all of his former clubs revere him so strongly, with Speed also representing Everton, Bolton Wanderers , and Sheffield United in a lengthy career.

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Everything Daniel Farke after Newcastle win - Ao Tanaka challenge and club 'ambition'

Every word Daniel Farke said after Leeds United's 4-1 win over Newcastle United

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Sky Sports pundit spots Farke's 'Absolute Fury' in Leeds dugout after moment vs Newcastle

Daniel Farke still wasn't fully satisfied as Leeds United won 4-1 against Newcastle United . The Whites couldn't have hoped for much better when they welcomed Matthias Jaissle's side to Elland Road on Monday. Given that the North East outfit were unbeaten until this point, it looked set to be a difficult encounter. It certainly didn't turn out that way as the hosts had a 4-0 lead with less than 60 minutes on the clock. That was thanks to a Lewis Miley own goal and further efforts from Jayden Bogle , Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor . Despite all that, Farke still vented his frustration as he was seen going mad on the sidelines, but why? Why was Daniel Farke angry vs Newcastle United? There was very little to hold against the LS11 outfit in their fourth Premier League outing of the campaign. Scoring four at home is always a massive plus as many top individual performances chipped into a stunning team effort. You can't always be perfect and that was shown by a few hairy moments from James Trafford throughout the night. The 23-year-old would ultimately concede late as Bazoumana Toure found the net in the 90th minute. That saw Leeds' clean sheet wiped out and it's fair to say that Farke wasn't happy with his players. Don Goodman was on co-commentary duties for Sky Sports and spotted the angry reaction from the Leeds boss. He said: "I look down at Daniel Farke and his reaction was fury. Absoulte fury." That continued after the full-time whistle and it is fair given how little threat Newcastle posed throughout. Leeds player ratings vs Newcastle: Calvert-Lewin sensational, 4/10 almost ruins the party What is Leeds United's recent clean sheet record? The reason why the German will be so annoyed is that his side just don't keep enough clean sheets. Considering how good the likes of Tarik Muharemovic, Jaka Bijol and Co. have been for Leeds, they haven't featured in enough shut outs. The Whites have failed to concede just once in the Premier League this season, the joint-second least this campaign. It was a similar story last campaign as the Yorkshire outfit only managed eight clean sheets across 38 games. That ranked them 15th in the Premier League below Tottenham and just one more than relegated West Ham . Farke will be angry over that statistic and that boiled over on Monday night. If Leeds want to rise up the Premier League table, that stat needs to improve and quick.

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BBC FootballGeneral

Leeds United: Don't Go To Bed Just Yet

Jonny, Adam and Simon come to you from Elland Road after the big win over Newcastle.

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View: Gabby Agbonlahor spouts absolute nonsense on Leeds star already after win v Newcastle

Gabby Agbonlahor does not believe that Leeds United 's Dominic Calvert-Lewin will get another England call-up. The Whites thumped Newcastle 4-1 at Elland Road on Monday, and their attack was on fire. That includes Calvert-Lewin, who had a goal and an assist on the night, though there has been major discussion over whether he scored two, after the Premier League adjudged the second as Jayden Bogle's. Daniel Farke has now helped Leeds win 35 points in 2026, with only four teams in the Premier League doing better than them. That's largely down to his strike force, which has been spearheaded by an Elland Road favourite. Calvert-Lewin is slowly putting himself back in contention for England, though Agbonlahor suggests he knows what's around the corner, Gabby Agbonlahor says Leeds is where Dominic Calvert-Lewin's 'level' is Calvert-Lewin was given an England call-up in one of the final international breaks before the World Cup, but was sent home early by Thomas Tuchel. It was at that point that it appeared his hopes of being in the squad that fought in North America were squashed. He had to watch England this summer, but will be hoping to keep up his form for Leeds this year, potentially giving Tuchel no other choice. While speaking on talkSPORT on Tuesday, Agbonlahor gave his opinion on the 29-year-old. He said: "I still don't think he gets a call-up. I just don't think he's at the level that maybe Tuchel thinks England needs. Does he look at [Liam] Delap? "If he plays like that, he's a defender's nightmare, but what he will do is that, sooner rather than later, he'll be missing the easy chances; he's not normally clinical. I think Leeds is where his level is." To compare Calvert-Lewin to Delap for a start is utterly nonsensical, but then to say Leeds is his level is even more complicated. That's clearly a dig at both the player and the club, who are striving to qualify for a European spot this season. Pre-anticipating Calvert-Lewin to start missing chances is just strange too, especially given he missed opportunities against Newcastle but still had a major impact. What did Daniel Farke say about Calvert-Lewin's England chances? Farke has been delighted with Calvert-Lewin since he joined the club on a free transfer last year. The former Everton man has finally broken his trend of getting injured, and Leeds are reaping the rewards of potentially his best-ever version of himself. Speaking on the forward after the game, Farke was asked about his chances of getting an England call-up this year. He said: "Definitely realistic, but there are a few other names on my mind with an English passport after a performance like this." DF on Calvert-Lewin and England chance: "Definitely realistic, but there are a few other names on my mind with an English passport after a performance like this." #lufc — Beren Cross (@BerenCross) September 14, 2026 Bogle and James Justin are most likely being referenced, while James Trafford has already been in Tuchel's thoughts. Let's see what happens next week.

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Ex-PGMOL chief disagrees with VAR ruling on Leeds vs Newcastle incident tonight

Leeds United should have had a first-half penalty in their 4-1 win against Newcastle United , according to Keith Hackett. Inside the opening minute, as Newcastle cleared a corner kick, the ball struck the arm of Matias Fernandez-Pardo in the penalty area. The whole of Elland Road and almost every Leeds player claimed it, but referee Michael Salisbury was unmoved by the appeals and blew up moments later for a foul in Newcastle's favour. Ethan Ampadu spoke to Salisbury, but his decision was backed up by VAR John Brooks. Replays showed that the ball bounced up and hit Fernandez-Pardo's outstretched arm, so while it might have been accidental, his arm was arguably outside of a natural position. However, the Premier League's official announcement suggested different. Premier League Match Centre clarify decision - but Keith Hackett disagrees During the first half, the Premier League Match Centre account on X reported why a penalty wasn't awarded to Leeds . Salisbury was quoted as saying "it's not intentional", to which Brooks agreed, replying: "...the ball just bounces up and inadvertently hits the arm of the defender." Hackett, however, thinks that the fact Fernandez-Pardo's arm was raised makes this a contender for a handball and a penalty kick. "The Newcastle United player has his arm outstretched and I would suggest not in a natural position," Hackett told MOT Leeds News . "He is looking at the ball when there is deliberate contact. "In my opinion, contact was avoidable, so I believe that Leeds United are unlucky not to be awarded a penalty kick here." Leeds United handed Newcastle rematch subplot after Premier League announcement Why VAR controversy disappeared into background Genuinely, does any Leeds fan even remember this? It happened in the first minute and before even the half-time whistle was blown, the Whites were 3-0 ahead. Ao Tanaka 's deflected shot went in and was awarded as a Lewis Miley own goal before Dominic Calvert-Lewin saw a goal of his given to Jayden Bogle before he netted another of his own. Noah Okafor then added a fourth in the second half. It was a barnstorming display by Daniel Farke 's men, who are absolutely flying now and look well on their way to securing a solid top-half position in the Premier League. Next up for Leeds is a home game against struggling Crystal Palace on Sunday before a three-week gap before they head to London to play reigning Premier League champions Arsenal on 10 October.

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'Scandalous' - DCL shares what Bogle told him after official PL decision in Leeds win vs Newcastle

Dominic Calvert-Lewin was in sensational form as Leeds United routed Newcastle United on Monday. The Whites went third in the Premier League with an outstanding 4-1 win at Elland Road. However, England striker Calvert-Lewin had a bee in his bonnent over one decision. The 29-year-old thought he had scored Leeds' second with an emphatic header from James Justin 's outstanding cross. However, it was later deemed that his effort had clipped Jayden Bogle on the way in, and the goal was awarded to the Leeds wing-back. Calvert-Lewin has now taken to social media to share what Bogle told him after the game. What did Jayden Bogle tell Dominic Calvert-Lewin about Leeds goal? Leeds absolutely bullied Newcastle on home turf, and went ahead when Ao Tanaka 's strike hit Sean Steur and Lewis Miley to wrong foot Lukas Hornicek. Two minutes later the contentiously awarded (in terms of who got credited) second goal put Leeds in cruise control. Calvert-Lewin did have a deserved goal on the stroke of half-time, when he sat down Sven Botman and coolly slotted home. Noah Okafor then executed a brilliant effort for Leeds' fourth, after a long throw-in from Ethan Ampadu was not cleared properly. There was a funny moment before the second-half kicked off when Calvert-Lewin looked on in disbelief after being informed by referee Michael Salisbury that the Premier League had awarded the goal to Bogle. Calvert-Lewin finding out his first goal went to Bogle #lufc pic.twitter.com/s5VEawsWtY — Jacques (@jacqueslufc) September 14, 2026 After the game, Calvert-Lewin posted on Instagram to jokingly call the decision "scandalous". Posting a picture of himself with Bogle, Calvert-Lewin wrote: "He's just told me it didn't touch him. How do I appeal this scandalous decision @premierleague?" https://t.co/vzeEO2Y7x9 pic.twitter.com/tDoPdnaAcM — Leeds United (@LUFC) September 14, 2026 Alan Shearer rages as he reacts to Leeds demolition job vs 'embarrassing' Newcastle What did Daniel Farke say about Calvert-Lewin's performance? It was an absolutely textbook performance from Calvert-Lewin, who just physically dominated Botman and Malick Thiaw . The former Everton man was crucial to the victory, leading the line brilliantly and allowing space for Leeds' other creative outlets to flourish. Manager Daniel Farke waxed lyrical about Calvert-Lewin's performance, hailing what he brings to this Leeds side. In quotes reported on BBC Sport 's website, Farke said: "He plays with confidence, his fitness is up. I expect him to lead the group. "He's taken responsibility, never in doubt that he scores goals. It's not just the goals though, the way he plays is outstanding. He's one of the standout strikers in this league."

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Leeds LiveGeneral

Ao Tanaka and Leeds United duo underpin truth about Daniel Farke’s turnaround at Elland Road

Ao Tanaka had the highest pass completion rate out of any Leeds United starter

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Yorkshire Evening PostGeneral

Daniel Farke 'never in doubt' Leeds United would do one thing vs Newcastle United after Chelsea collapse

Leeds United bounced back from quickfire concessions at Chelsea to score three goals in 14 minutes on Monday night.

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Leeds LiveGeneral

What Daniel Farke said on Leeds United performance, Ethan Ampadu chat and Ao Tanaka

Read what Daniel Farke has to say about Leeds United's performance against Newcastle at Elland Road tonight

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Leeds All OverGeneral

“Unplayable…” – Jamie Carragher raves about Leeds United star on MNF after Newcastle thrashing

Leeds United demolished Newcastle under the lights at Elland Road. The 4-1win takes the Whites up to third The post “Unplayable…” – Jamie Carragher raves about Leeds United star on MNF after Newcastle thrashing appeared first on LeedsAllOver .

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BBC FootballGeneral

Leeds United: Don't Go To Bed Just Yet

The Leeds United manager discusses emphatic win over Newcastle at Elland Road.

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BBC FootballGeneral

Leeds United: Don't Go To Bed Just Yet

Forward Noah Okafor praises Leeds United's dominant start in 4-1 home win over Newcastle.

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Alan Shearer rages as he reacts to Leeds demolition job vs 'embarrassing' Newcastle

Alan Shearer was left fuming as Newcastle United fell to a 4-1 defeat away to Leeds United . The Magpies travelled to Elland Road on Monday with the hope of maintaining their unbeaten record. Matthias Jaissle's side looked to be full of confidence after the head coach's introduction. It was up to the Whites to turn the tide and it's fair to say, they did exactly that. A Lewis Miley own goal and efforts from Jayden Bogle , Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor made sure of a stunning win. Bazoumana Toure got a late consolation goal but that didn't halt an angry reaction from Alan Shearer. What did Alan Shearer say about Newcastle in Leeds defeat? There's no getting away from just how good the hosts were in LS11. From a Newcastle perspective, it will be all about what they did wrong. It all seemed to start when Nico Gonzalez went off with a head injury after 19 minutes as they didn't quite recover from there. Leeds took advantage of everything they could and managed to dominate the encounter. Shearer isn't one for excuses and hasn't held back in his review of his boyhood club. Taking to X , he wrote: "An absolute [expletive] show from the Toon. 3-0 at half time is embarrassing." That sums up the general feeling for the Magpies, but does totally ignore the success of the hosts. Premier League make announcement about Leeds vs Newcastle incident as VAR quotes released What do the stats say about Leeds United vs Newcastle? The Premier League record scorer is obviously going to have fiery opinions about his club. Their performance wasn't good enough on the night, but that shouldn't take away from Leeds. The hosts were excellent across the pitch as their intensity and quality paid dividends. They took 15 shots compared to Newcastle's seven and racked up 13 more touches in the opposition penalty area. Throw in the fact that they also created three big chances compared to one and it's clear to see just how rampant Farke's side were. The biggest kicker for Shearer will be that the possession was evenly split at 51 to 40 per cent, so there aren't many excuses for the gulf in quality. Leeds deserved everything they got, even if Shearer can only see the failings of his side.

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'I'm Shocked' - Don Goodman loses bet on Leeds star just 15mins after placing it vs Newcastle

James Trafford took a "massive risk" in the first half of Leeds United's 4-1 win over Newcastle United on Monday night. Trafford, 23, started his fourth Premier League game for the Whites after completing a club-record move to Elland Road in the summer transfer window. Before Monday night, he'd impressed for the Yorkshire giants, keeping one clean sheet and conceding just twice in his first thre league games. However, he almost gifted Newcastle a goal early on in their Monday-night showdown due to some lax play when he had the ball at his feet. After receiving a pass back from Tarik Muharemovic, Yoane Wissa rapidly closed down the England international. Trafford just about got the ball away in time, but it still led to criticism from Don Goodman. Don Goodman makes James Trafford bet after early wobbler Wissa was closing Trafford down at a rate of knots but for whatever reason, the Leeds goalkeeper took an age to release the ball. The DR Congo international did get a touch on the ball with a sliding tackle, but Trafford was able to get the ball out - awkwardly - to Nico Elvedi. After the fifth-minute heart-stopping moment, Goodman said on Sky Sports Main Event: "He's got away with one, hasn't he? "I've been singing his praises because he has been outstanding. "But he took a massive risk there." During a break in play, Sky Sports replayed the incident, with Goodman adding: "James Trafford will be breathing a huge sigh of relief here because he was so slow to react there. "He must know Wissa is a lightning-quick player and he's not going to let you have all that time. "I bet you he doesn't do that again." Paul Merson misses 'brilliant' James Trafford moment in Leeds debut vs Nottingham Forest And then Goodman loses his bet as Trafford does it again In the 20th minute, the exact same thing happend again. Elvedi passed the ball back to Trafford and Wissa started to close him down instantly. The ex-Manchester City goalkeeper then seemed to miscontrol the ball with both of his feet, allowing the Newcastle forward to block his clearance. The ball went out for a Leeds throw-in, but Goodman could not believe that it happened for a second time in the space of around 15 minutes. "I'm shocked," the former West Brom and Wolves striker said. "He's already made a wonderfully favourable impression with the Leeds fans but he just needs to do it quicker with a bit more urgency." In fairness to Trafford, the second one wasn't as bad as the first one because at least with the second one, he did try to release the ball quicker. However, he somehow got the ball caught under both of his feet, but still managed to make the clearance, albeit it coming off Wissa on it's way out for a throw. Ultimately, Trafford should know that Wissa is a player who'll be on his case and fewer risks should be taken if he sees the Newcastle man closing him down.

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Yorkshire Evening PostGeneral

Leeds United player ratings vs Newcastle as 'colossal' star among four 9/10s, plenty of 8s

Leeds United enjoyed another brilliant night under the Elland Road lights against Newcastle United.

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Leeds LiveGeneral

Leeds United player ratings vs Newcastle as Ao Tanaka and Calvert-Lewin sublime

Read how Leeds United's players rated against Newcastle United in tonight's Premier League clash

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MOT View: 9/10 sensational, 4/10 nearly ruins the party - Leeds player ratings vs Newcastle

Leeds United secured a massive 4-1 win over Newcastle United on Monday. There was a feeling moving into this encounter that the Whites had to right the wrongs of defeat at Chelsea . Throwing away victory to lose 6-3 wasn't good enough, but boy did they make up for it. A Lewis Miley own goal and a mixture of Jayden Bogle and Dominic Calvert-Lewin made it 2-0 before the latter netted just before the break to put his side three to the good. It only got better in the second half when Noah Okafor found the net with an unorthodox strike into the far corner. Bazoumana Toure scored late for the away side, but Leeds deserved everything they got against Newcastle as we now assess each player's performance. Dominic Calvert-Lewin just gets better for Leeds United There were reservations when the number nine came through the doors at Thorp Arch last summer. Those opinions have totally vanished as he continues to be a constant source of goals in Yorkshire. He grabbed another against Newcastle and picked up an assist as what he thought was his first goal was awarded to Bogle. Outside of that, his performance was pretty exemplary as he put his body about and made it a hellish night for the travelling defenders. The only thing that maybe let him down was his yellow card that meant he had to hold back somewhat in the second half. Premier League make announcement about Leeds vs Newcastle incident as VAR quotes released James Trafford nearly blew it vs Newcastle United Leeds won and did so convincingly, but it could have been so different. The first half was so nearly a solo mission from James Trafford to throw the game away. The 23-year-old was so nearly caught in possession twice by Yoane Wissa as he took too long to get his pass away. That added an early edge around Elland Road as there was a nervousness when he got on the ball. That action will get caught out sooner or later if he doesn't cut it out. Trafford did have an easy night for the most part, but must do better in those situations. Leeds United player ratings vs Newcastle United James Trafford - 4 James Justin - 6 Nico Elvedi - 6 Tarik Muharemovic - 7 Jayden Bogle - 8 Ethan Ampadu - 7 Anton Stach - 7 Ao Tanaka - 7 Gabriel Gudmundsson - 6 Noah Okafor - 8 Dominic Calvert-Lewin - 9 Brenden Aaronson - N/A Melvin Bard - 4 Harry Wilson - 4 Dan James - 6 Lukas Nmecha - 5 Sean Longstaff - N/A

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Leeds LiveGeneral

Leeds United vs Newcastle United highlights as Whites smash four past Magpies

Follow how Leeds United get on against Newcatsle at Elland Road in our live match blog

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Sky Sports FootballGeneral

Calvert-Lewin and Leeds bully Newcastle in dominant victory

Leeds United maintained their unbeaten start to the Premier League campaign with a breathless 4-1 victory over Newcastle.

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MOT Leeds NewsRumour

PL make announcement about Leeds-Newcastle incident in first half as VAR quotes released

Leeds United and Newcastle United faced controversy just minutes into their Premier League clash. The Whites started their outing against Matthias Jaissle's side on the front foot. That was always going to be the way with a hyped-up Elland Road crowd behind them. The Magpies have had their chances on the break, but have allowed the hosts to have their fair share of possession. It was that which so nearly played into the hands of Daniel Farke 's side. Just two minutes into the game, Leeds wanted a penalty, but VAR made a call. What did VAR say about Leeds penalty shout vs Newcastle? The noise of a night time kick-off certainly played its part in the opening minutes in Yorkshire. The hosts were immediately looking to get on the ball and make things happen. That so nearly ended with a penalty shout as Matias Fernandez-Pardo looked to have handled the ball in the area. Referee Michael Salisbury didn't award a penalty and remained stern in his opinion. The call was backed by VAR, with the decision process now being revealed by Premier League Match Centre. The on-field official said: "For me, it's bouncing, it's not intentional." #LEENEW – 2’ The referee’s call of no penalty for a potential handball offence by Fernandez-Pardo was checked and confirmed by VAR. REF: “For me, it's bouncing, it's not intentional”. VAR: “Confirming the on-field decision to play on - the ball just bounces up and… — Premier League Match Centre (@PLMatchCentre) September 14, 2026 VAR, John Brooks replied: "Confirming the on-field decision to play on - the ball just bounces up and inadvertently hits the arm of the defender." A penalty was seemingly never on the cards, but were Leeds unlucky? Leeds United handed Newcastle rematch subplot after Premier League announcement Did VAR ignore Matias Fernandez-Pardo handball decision? It feels as if the decision was instantly batted away by the referee and as a result, wasn't given a second thought. Salisbury wasn't interested at any point and VAR followed suit. They say that it wasn't intentional, but the final call did seem to come and go without much fuss. Don Goodman, speaking on Sky Sports, said that "Newcastle hearts would have been in mouths". That makes it clear that it may not have been so straight forward. In the end, it doesn't feel like it's mattered too much with Leeds scoring two quickfire goals not too long after. A Lewis Miley own goal and a trademark Dominic Calvert-Lewin effort has taken away from any potential complaints.

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Yorkshire Evening PostGeneral

Leeds United team vs Newcastle United confirmed with eight changes & Ao Tanaka decision

Leeds United welcome the Magpies to Elland Road tonight for a big Premier League clash under the lights.

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Yorkshire Evening PostGeneral

Leeds United vs Newcastle United confirmed team news, goals & live updates from Elland Road

Build-up, team news and live updates from Elland Road as Leeds United host Newcastle in the Premier League.

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Yorkshire Evening PostGeneral

Leeds United fans could watch huge Elland Road games in hospitality - what's available (aff)

You can enjoy all the big action in style ⚽

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MOT Leeds NewsRumour

View: The 3 Leeds questions fans have from the last seven days at Elland Road

Things are very rarely dull at Leeds United . But, right now, there is a real contentment about things at Elland Road, both on and off the pitch. There was obviously disappointment about the 6-3 defeat to Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. Even in that game, though, there were plenty of positives to take, and up until a contentious penalty awarded against Dan James , Leeds were 2-0 up and looking good at Stamford Bridge. Managing director Robbie Evans gave a lengthy Q&A about all things that happened with Leeds over the summer. So, let's take a look at three questions supporters have from the past seven days at Leeds United. When will Daniel Farke sign his new contract at Leeds United? One of the biggest talking points to emerge from the past week is the fact Daniel Farke is on the cusp of signing a new Leeds contract. Since taking the reins in 2023, the German has led Leeds back to the Premier League, then overseen a solid first campaign back last term. Evans pretty much confirmed that an announcement is imminent, and everything is said to be agreed in principle. While there is little clarity on exactly when an announcement is forthcoming, it feels pretty evident that it is just a matter of time before there is official news. How likely Daniel Farke is to agree new Leeds contract after what BBC journalist has heard Are Leeds fans too optimistic about what can be achieved this season? There is a sort of quiet confidence among the fanbase about what Leeds can do in the Premier League this season. That was strengthened by a summer transfer window in which Leeds have seemingly added some real quality and strength in depth to the ranks. One interesting thing to emerge from Evans' Q&A, though, was his answer on supporter aspirations. Evans said: "I must say I’m a little concerned by how optimistic the fans might be, because I don't think that last summer, when the window closed, had been as perhaps as bad as folks thought it was. "And this summer, the real proof will be a year from now looking back. Hopefully people have reasonable expectations, as we are certainly aspirational but the Premier League is always challenging." Was this Evans just trying to keep a lid on things a little bit, and manage the reality of how tight the Premier League is? Or are fans being generally over-optimistic about what can be achieved between now and May? It's a tough one, because as a supporter you always want cause for optimism, and frankly there's no reason not to be optimistic right now. Did the Chelsea defeat expose the gap to the big teams? As mentioned, there was actually a lot to like in the Chelsea game. Okay, the manner of the collapse was obviously disappointing, but for much of the game a much-changed Leeds side looked pretty good. Is it just another reminder, though, that even though Leeds' squad looks genuinely stronger after the summer, that the gap to the Premier League's heavyweights is still quite big? A third-round Carabao Cup tie early in September probably does not answer that question fairly enough, and how Leeds fare against the top teams in the Premier League will answer it better. But it did just sort of give a reminder of how much work there is to do to plug the gap.

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Leeds All OverGeneral

High-earning Leeds United star must be axed tonight for obvious tactical upgrade: View

Leeds United take on Newcastle United tonight hoping for a first Elland Road win of the season under The post High-earning Leeds United star must be axed tonight for obvious tactical upgrade: View appeared first on LeedsAllOver .

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Absurd financial demands for Leeds United transfer target revealed – 49ers enjoy narrow escape: View

Leeds United made seven signings over the course of the summer transfer window. Two of these deals came The post Absurd financial demands for Leeds United transfer target revealed – 49ers enjoy narrow escape: View appeared first on LeedsAllOver .

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MOT View: Leeds favourite must seize his chance vs Newcastle as added motivation emerges

Dominic Calvert-Lewin will have another reason to pop up in a big way for Leeds United against Newcastle United . Of course, the usual motivators such as scoring goals and pushing his team up the table will be there. However, Daniel Farke will certainly not mind a few external motivating factors emerging into his Leeds camp. Calvert-Lewin is a favourite in Farke's squad, and that is evidenced by the trust the Leeds manager shows week in and week out in his lineups. But, on the international stage, the opposite story is true. Now, Calvert-Lewin could have one final chance to change his fortunes in the eyes of Thomas Tuchel against Newcastle. When will Thomas Tuchel select his England squad? This season is bringing about the first extended international break, with four games for the Three Lions taking place over September and October. That also means for prospective England players, its a great opportunity to add multiple more caps to their collection within one selection. England's first senior squad of the 2026-2027 season is expected to be confirmed on Friday, 18 September. This means that Leeds' game against Newcastle is Calvert-Lewin's final chance to potentially push into the squad. The striker was close to making Tuchel's 2026 World Cup squad, but the German admitted Ivan Toney had just edged past him in his thinking. Representing his nation is something the Leeds man will want to do more often, and a strong performance against Newcastle could still tilt that into his favour. That can provide the 29-year-old with more motivation and an increased fire in his belly. How Dominic Calvert-Lewin can punish Newcastle again as Leeds forward's omen emerges What is Dominic Calvert-Lewin's England competition? When it comes to Tuchel's England squad, Harry Kane is more or less a guaranteed selection. Elsewhere, once again Toney is popping up with the goods in the Saudi Pro League, as he has scored 10 goals in just seven games this season. Ollie Watkins has also made a move out to the Middle East, scoring three goals and assisting two in his opening four games for Al Hilal. So, Calvert-Lewin, who has scored two goals in five appearances in all competitions, will need a top performance against Newcastle to potentially leapfrog both Watkins and Toney. It won't be an easy task, but the striker is more than capable of popping up with a couple of goals.

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“They don’t look like a side…” – BBC journalist drops massive Leeds United relegation claim

Last season, Leeds United comfortably avoided relegation in the end, with Daniel Farke guiding us to a 14th-place The post “They don’t look like a side…” – BBC journalist drops massive Leeds United relegation claim appeared first on LeedsAllOver .

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Leeds stand in way of 25-year Premier League first in Newcastle clash tonight

Leeds United stand tasked with avoiding their part in Premier League history on Monday night when they face Newcastle United . Daniel Farke 's side welcome the Magpies to Elland Road for an 8pm kick-off in the Premier League. Matthias Jaissle is yet to taste defeat as Magpies boss, winning three and drawing two from his opening five games in charge. On the other hand, Leeds are now three games without a win in all competitions, and are still hurting from a 6-3 Carabao Cup loss to Chelsea . The Whites remain unbeaten in the Premier League this season, though, and will be confident of a positive result on Monday evening. However, they will require nothing less than three points if they want to avoid putting the finishing touches on a unique piece of Premier League history. What Premier League history is at stake in Leeds vs Newcastle? In the modern world of football, everything and anything is measured and statable. For the football geeks among us, that's brilliant, as it allows for fascinating subplots surrounding certain games. There is one of those - or at least we think it is - happening ahead of Leeds' tussle with Newcastle. There was one in the 2000/01 season. Week 7 (23–24 September 2000) produced a full set of fixtures with zero home wins. Most recent prior example before the current 2026 matchweek in Premier League history (With thanks to Grok) — Super_Leeds_MOT (@SuperLeedsUtd5) September 14, 2026 One eagle-eyed X user named Tommo spotted that every single team playing at home in the Premier League on matchday four failed to win. Questioning whether that had ever happened before, another X user named Super_Leeds_MOT provided clarity. They recall that this did happen once before on matchday seven of the 2000-01 Premier League season, but never again since. That means that Leeds are the only side standing in the way of 25-year-long history being made at Elland Road against the Magpies. But how have Leeds fared against the St James' Park outfit in recent times, and does it forebode history being made or avoided on Monday? Leeds United vs Newcastle: How to watch, TV channel and kick-off for Premier League showdown When was last time Leeds beat Newcastle? Certain Premier League fixtures just feel right: Leeds and Newcastle is one of them. Two proper clubs with loyal fanbases going head-to-head under the lights at Elland Road. However, it's been the Magpies who've had the Whites' number in recent times, as they haven't lost to Leeds in any of their last six meetings. January 2021 is how far back you must go to find Leeds' last win over Toon, which came in a 2-1 victory on Tyneside thanks to goals from Raphinha and Jack Harrison . Three of the last four meetings have ended in draws though, so perhaps a share of the points is the most likely outcome on Monday night. So, the recent history books do unfortunately point towards Leeds likely writing this new piece of Premier League history.

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“I will..”: Daniel Farke makes Europe admission – Leeds United’s ambitious plot revealed

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has mapped out his long-term ambitions for the club as he prepares for The post “I will..”: Daniel Farke makes Europe admission – Leeds United’s ambitious plot revealed appeared first on LeedsAllOver .

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Elland Rd chief reveals truth on striker pursuit after 'critical' Leeds window review

Leeds United tried to sign a new striker this summer but failed to do so. The Whites were keen to add to the department, despite already having Lukas Nmecha and Dominic Calvert-Lewin at the club. Daniel Farke welcomed seven new faces as over £85million was spent on additions, but no centre-forward arrived. This was despite the decision to allow Joel Piroe to join West Ham on loan well before the deadline. It seems like Farke is opting to go with one natural number nine up top this season, with other wide and central attackers just behind him. Now, Robbie Evans has revealed the truth behind Leeds' pursuit of a striker in the summer after a review of the window itself. What Leeds were not trying to do with potential striker signing Leeds were linked with signing Conrad Harder from RB Leipzig, but the young forward joined Strasbourg on loan in the end. He was just one of several strikers who were linked with a switch to Elland Road, but the Whites were just not able to bring in a new hitman. Leeds held an open Q&A with the media recently, and managing director Evans faced up to the questions. In comparison to the strikers that other Premier League sides brought in, namely Zian Flemming to Ipswich Town, Evans was quizzed on why a number nine was not recruited. Evans said, as quoted by Leeds' official website : "The phrase 'main striker' is critical here, in terms of discussing a striker or the other possible backup roles." "There was no desire at all this summer to find a striker who was going to compete with or take over for Dominic’s spot. "It was never going to be a number-one striker this summer for us. That's where the constant collaboration with Daniel was critical." He stated that the club filled the areas they needed to, assessing various components like long-term planning, character fit and more. It also seems like a suggestion that Leeds were in the market for a young understudy to Calvert-Lewin more than anything, and that makes sense considering the push for Harder . Overall, he and the recruitment team feel "proud" of the work done by Leeds in the summer window. What Leeds United have told Lukas Nmecha in brutal transfer replacement reveal Leeds already have striker plans in place for January The Whites look set to add a new centre-forward to their ranks in January. This is due to the fact that Leeds are open to selling Nmecha in the winter window. The German currently has only nine months left on his deal in LS11, so January will be the final chance to get some money for the forward. That said, he will need to be replaced, but only if the player does not renew his contract by then. Money will be used directly from Nmecha's sale to fund the search for his replacement, should he not sign a new deal.

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View: Leeds' relationship with fellow PL club may be beyond repair after being 'blindsided'

Leeds United already have a bitter rivalry with Chelsea that spans decades. The animosity of the north-south rivalry is evident on the pitch. Despite the history, and the fact that the Blues have never signed a senior player from the West Yorkshire outfit, the club in LS11 have done some business with them recently. The Elland Road hierarchy also wanted Mykhailo Mudryk from Chelsea in the summer transfer window. It looked like the Peacocks were confident they could get a deal over the line for the Ukraine international. In the end, the 25-year-old winger joined Tottenham Hotspur on loan for the remainder of the season. What Leeds United were willing to do to sign Mykhailo Mudryk Mudryk's preferred destination was Leeds , but Chelsea didn't seem excited about the idea. The Blues were looking to send the Ukrainian ace on loan for regular minutes, but that will surely be more of a challenge in North London. According to BBC Sport on 8 September, the Whites were willing to pay a loan fee to sign Mudryk, cover his wages and pay penalties if he didn't play. Yet the Blues went on to send the former Shakhtar Donetsk forward to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium along with Tosin Adarabioyo. The West Yorkshire outfit were left "blindsided" with the two London teams holding club-to-club talks for the winger. With a bitter rivalry already in place, the Mudryk saga could have potentially pushed the off-field relationship with Chelsea beyond repair. Why Mykhailo Mudryk was 'super excited' over Leeds United move as Chelsea U-turn explained Why failed Mykhailo Mudryk deal may be blessing in disguise at Elland Road Mudryk was banned from playing football for 20 months before it was lifted. The Ukraine international got a few minutes for Chelsea during pre-season, but unsurprisingly looked out of shape. Mudryk did come on as a late substitute in Tottenham's 0-0 draw with Nottingham Forest, but has been out injured since. Considering the attacker's lack of minutes in recent months, he may need a significant period to get back up to speed. Daniel Farke would've spent most of the season trying to get Mudryk fit again and missing out on him may not be the worst of things.

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Eight players could miss Leeds United vs Newcastle after huge injury return confirmed

Leeds United take on Newcastle in Premier League action this evening with a handful of players set to be absent despite a recent injury boost for Daniel Farke

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MOT View: Leeds find their next Yeboah as U21s star continues to fly

Leeds United may be on their way to developing the next Tony Yeboah at Thorp Arch. The Whites have many talented youngsters within their ranks, but attackers are one area that looks to be the strongest. Their U21s side drew 4-4 with Middlesbrough in a Premier League 2 thriller on Sunday, throwing away a 3-0 lead. The game saw Ilia Gruev make a return to action, where he even picked up an assist for youngster Freddie Lane, who scored the fourth goal. However, despite the defensive issues, their attack was clearly on top form, and so was one man in particular. Carrick Njinko scored a quickfire brace against Boro, and his record for Leeds' U21s speaks for itself. Carrick Njinko's record reminiscent of Tony Yeboah at Leeds Leeds were three goals to the good against Middlesbrough's U21s after 30 minutes, with Harvey Vincent opening up the scoring, before two goals for Njinko in the 29th and 30th minutes. The 17-year-old's first goal came with a precise header, as he swept in a left-footed strike for his second. Njinko has started the season on fire, initially bagging three goals in a 4-3 win over West Brom's U21s, before scoring in a 2-1 loss to Liverpool the following week. He grabbed an assist in a 3-2 National League Cup victory over Solihull Moors, but was also sent off in the match. Interestingly, he was substituted off at the break against Middlesbrough, potentially with a game against Newcastle in mind for Saturday. Yeboah averaged a goal in just under every two games for Leeds, and that's where Njinko's record is going now. He has six goals and an assist in only seven games this season, and is looking to continue his form for the U21s. Perhaps the striker can make the step up to the Premier League for Daniel Farke's team and have an effect at Elland Road like Yeboah once did. Ilia Gruev makes injury admission after comeback for Leeds United U21s - 'Unfortunately...' Who was Leeds U21s trialist vs Middlesbrough? Scott Gardner was given plenty of food for thought with some of the performances against Boro. But once man in particular played another game of his trial with the Whites' U21s. That is Roman Egan-Riley, brother of Marseille star CJ Egan-Riley. The centre-back has now featured four times for the Whites this season after leaving Burnley's setup earlier in the year. He spent only one season at Burnley after playing for Tottenham's U21s previously. After conceding four goals, Egan-Riley may struggle to make his case for a contract at Leeds.

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Leeds v Newcastle: How to watch, TV channel and kick-off for Premier League showdown

Leeds United return to Premier League action against Newcastle . Fans are eager to get back to Elland Road after two away trips, but they'll have to wait until Monday evening. Daniel Farke and his men have collected some miles already this season, with four of their five fixtures away. The latest was the wild 6-3 loss to Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. Leeds were two goals to the good at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday, but collapsed to concede six in 40 minutes. Now, all eyes are on making that right in the Premier League. When does Leeds vs Newcastle kick-off? The Whites are raring up for their first Monday Night Football of the season. Newcastle come to Elland Road with five points, just like Leeds, with a tasty atmosphere expected between fans. As usual, the action will kick-off at 8pm. Daniel Farke confirms Leeds United injury latest after crazy Chelsea loss What channel is showing Leeds vs Newcastle? Sky Sports will continue their showing of the Premier League. With the action live on their Main Event and Premier League channels, fans have options for their viewing pleasure. Coverage will begin much earlier than kick-off, with reviews of the weekend's action, followed by build up to the game at Elland Road. After the match, analysis and further reviews will continue with Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher likely on board. What can Leeds fans expect? Elland Road under the lights, there aren't many better sights in football. The likes of James Trafford , Nico Elvedi and Tarik Muharemovic will likely get their first taste of walking out in that atmosphere, and it's something you don't forget. With other signings like Melvin Bard, Harry Wilson and Jean-Matteo Bahoya likely on the bench, they could also come on later in the game. Farke confirmed that there were no new injuries picked up at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday, so it's more of the same from the draw at Brighton. Leeds dominated the majority of that one, but they need to start putting away the chances they are creating. Starting against Newcastle, who themselves have quietly impressed so far in all competitions. With Crystal Palace to follow at Elland Road before the international, six points here would make it the almost-perfect start to the season.

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'Unfortunately...' - Gruev makes admission on recent injury layoff after Leeds U21s return

Ilia Gruev has opened up on the difficulties of missing five months of action for Leeds United because of injury. The Bulgaria international last featured for Leeds' senior side against Wolverhampton Wanderers on 18 April. Gruev missed the business end of last season, the whole of pre-season and the start of this season. However, Gruev made his Leeds return for the Under-21s in Sunday's Premier League 2 clash with Middlesbrough . He played over 80 minutes on his comeback, with that late substitution planned as he is eased back to full fitness. Gruev is now relishing the chance to break back into Daniel Farke 's senior side once he can regain full fitness. Ilia Gruev opens up on lonely Leeds recovery Spending time on the sidelines is never easy for a footballer. If there is any silver lining for the 26-year-old, it is that the injury happened towards the end of the previous campaign. That means half the time he has spent out coincided with the summer, with Bulgaria not competing at the World Cup. Still, Gruev has had to put in countless hours behind the scenes to get himself back on the field. Speaking to Leeds' official website about his rehabilitation, Gruev admitted it has been tough. “I really love to play football and to be able now to be back on the pitch after this injury it is the best thing for a footballer, to be healthy and to feel good" he said. "I think it looks always a little bit easier when you see only how the player comes back but in terms of the rehab, it is a little bit a tough time sometimes. "You work a lot alone, you stay hours and hours in a training ground because you have a goal to be as quick as possible. He’s back! You love to see it! pic.twitter.com/rQNZVNwlYB — Leeds United Academy (@LUFCacad) September 13, 2026 "And unfortunately, these injuries belong to the business and it is tough but now the difficult part is over and I can do that what I love most." Leeds' match with Boro finished in a 4-4 thriller, with Gruev's return the most notable aspect of the day. Three big Leeds United questions to be answered vs Newcastle What next for Gruev on comeback trail? It is a tad surprising that Gruev lasted as long as he did against Middlesbrough. Eighty-plus minutes after a long period out is never easy. But he seemed to be fine after leaving the field, and you would imagine he will now play at least one more match for the U21s. There is an extended international break after next weekend, so it may well be that Gruev links up with Bulgaria for some minutes. Right now it is all about ensuring the injury is fully healed and his fitness is back to 100 per cent. Only then will Farke consider Gruev for senior selection, with the earliest realistic chance to do so against Arsenal on 10 October.

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Daniel Farke ‘motivated’ for Leeds United growth amid reality of Newcastle comparison

Daniel Farke says there are similarities between Leeds and Newcastle which is both a blessing and a reality warning

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MOT View: 3 big Leeds questions to be answered vs Newcastle

Daniel Farke has plenty to ponder ahead of Leeds United 's clash with Newcastle United on Monday night. The sides enter the contest level on five points apiece after the first three rounds of Premier League fixtures. Leeds started with a victory at Nottingham Forest , before drawing against Brentford and Brighton . Newcastle, meanwhile, have drawn with Liverpool and Bournemouth either side of a 2-0 win away at Tottenham Hotspur . Leeds have had five days to prepare for the game on the back of their disappointing collapse at Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. And there has been a lot for Farke to think about heading into Monday's clash at Elland Road. Can Leeds stop over-performing Newcastle's attack? Newcastle have scored six goals so far, which is double the number that Leeds have managed. However, the stats show Newcastle have only registered an expected goals (xG) value of three. That means they have scored exactly double the number of goals you would expect based on the quality of chances created. Yoane Wissa already looks a lot better than last season, while Harvey Barnes , Joe Willock and Anthony Elanga have also been a threat. It will likely be down to Tarik Muharemovic, Nico Elvedi, James Justin and Jayden Bogle to keep those four quiet. With Newcastle scoring an average of two goals a game, doing that will be a very tough ask. Can Dominic Calvert-Lewin punish Newcastle? At the opposite end of the field, Leeds' attackers will back themselves to find a way through. The Whites have eight goals from five matches in all competitions, three of those coming in the dramatic contest at Stamford Bridge. Dominic Calvert-Lewin was a second-half substitute in West London and found the net to make it two goals for the season. The 29-year-old registered an xG of 0.56 against Brighton but could not find a killer edge in front of goal. After a superb first season in West Yorkshire, Farke will know the importance of DCL finding his groove once again. The fact Newcastle have shipped four goals in three matches suggests there will be opportunities for Calvert-Lewin to add to his tally. New Leeds United crop must forge their own path as Newcastle clash looms Will Daniel Farke consider a formation change? Farke has stuck with his back-five formation so far this season, which worked wonders in 2025-26. The German did shift to a back four at half-time against Brentford, with that also working well. There were suggestions in pre-season Leeds would potentially move more towards a back four. But it does not seem the right time to do so given the Whites' unbeaten start. However, it is nice to know Farke is able to tinker in-game if required.

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“Lots of competition…” – Daniel Farke makes brutal admission regarding £12m Leeds United ace’s lack of game time

After another strong summer transfer window, Leeds United’s squad as a whole is a lot stronger. Harry Wilson The post “Lots of competition…” – Daniel Farke makes brutal admission regarding £12m Leeds United ace’s lack of game time appeared first on LeedsAllOver .

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“I don’t know” – Chris Sutton worried about key Leeds United issue in Newcastle prediction

Leeds United welcome Newcastle United to Elland Road on Monday night with both sides looking to kick on The post “I don’t know” – Chris Sutton worried about key Leeds United issue in Newcastle prediction appeared first on LeedsAllOver .

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View: 'Ferocious' Leeds aspect could prove Alan Shearer wrong as result vs Newcastle predicted

Leeds United may have a clear advantage against Newcastle United on Monday. Elland Road will host the Magpies on 14 September as both teams look to preserve their unbeaten starts in the Premier League. Matthias Jaissle has been a breath of fresh air at the Tyneside club, but Daniel Farke has now proven his credentials in the English top flight. The Elland Road faithful will surely come out in full voice to back their team against Newcastle. Having finished 14th in the Premier League last season, the West Yorkshire outfit certainly have higher hopes for the current campaign. With the Peacocks adding quality players to their ranks and the Magpies losing some key stars in the transfer window, Alan Shearer may be in for disappointment in LS11. What result Alan Shearer has predicted for Leeds United vs Newcastle Leeds fixture against Newcastle could be a fascinating watch to determine where the two teams stand currently. Paraag Marathe and 49ers Enterprises decided to splash the cash on a new goalkeeper, centre-back and some exciting attacking additions in the summer. The Whites still have plenty to improve on after the 6-3 loss to Chelsea, but they've shown plenty of promise early in the season. Shearer has predicted an away win for Newcastle despite acknowledging the ferocity of the atmosphere at Elland Road and that same aspect could potentially prove him wrong. The West Yorkshire outfit's home record last season was a big factor in avoiding relegation and fans in LS11 can certainly give their team an edge. Speaking in the Metro on 11 September, Shearer said, "It's always a ferocious atmosphere at Elland Road. "It's only down the road really, an hour and a half down the road from Newcastle, so there’ll be thousands of fans travelling down there. Elland Road’s a great atmosphere. I’m going to go for a Newcastle away win and I hope the boys can keep this good run going." New Leeds United crop must forge their own path as Newcastle clash looms What Daniel Farke's record vs Newcastle looks like Leeds couldn't beat Newcastle in their two Premier League meetings last season. The Whites drew at home as Eddie Howe's team travelled to Elland Road and were involved in an enthralling 4-3 game at St James' Park that ended in the Magpies' favour. Farke's overall record against the Tyneside club isn't the best: one win, one loss and two draws in four matches. The West Yorkshire outfit haven't beaten Newcastle since 26 January 2021 and the German manager will hope to rectify that.

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MOT View: Leeds handed Newcastle rematch subplot after referee announcement

Leeds United fans will need no reminding of what happened in the most recent meeting with Newcastle United . The two sides are set to face off at Elland Road on Monday night, with nothing to separate them in the Premier League. After playing out an uneventful goalless draw at Elland Road last August, Leeds were on the end of a heartbreaking 4-3 defeat at St James' Park in January. Daniel Farke 's side led three times in that game through a couple of goals from Brenden Aaronson and one from Dominic Calvert-Lewin . However, Bruno Guimaraes equalised in the 91st minute and Harvey Barnes scored a dramatic winner in the 12th minute of added time. And in a twist of fate, there is now a subplot to this latest encounter following an announcement from the Premier League. Who is referee for Leeds vs Newcastle? If Monday's contest is even half as dramatic as January's clash then we are in for a treat. The Premier League has confirmed that Michael Salisbury will oversee the clash in West Yorkshire. Salisbury was the man who was in charge of that seven-goal classic eight months ago. It adds some more intrigue to the contest - as if any more was needed - but what is Leeds' record like under Salisbury? Leeds United vs Newcastle preview: Team news, opposition lowdown and score prediction Leeds' mixed record under Michael Salisbury Salisbury is as experienced as they come, yet he has only officiated six Leeds games down the years. One of those was the aforementioned Newcastle clash, with that one of three defeats in those six matches under his watch. Leeds have won two and drawn one of the other three fixtures, including a memorable 7-0 victory over Cardiff City in the FA Cup last year. Adam Nunn and Nick Hopton are the two linesmen for Monday's match, meanwhile, and Tom Nield if fourth official. John Brooks is on VAR duties and James Mainwaring is assistant VAR.

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Leeds threaten to sell senior player and replace him with new signing in January - report

Leeds United are ready to sell Lukas Nmecha when the transfer window reopens in January. The Whites are prepared to cash in on the German attacker midway through the season. Having signed for the West Yorkshire outfit last summer as a free agent, the 27-year-old has arguably been a decent backup option to Dominic Calvert-Lewin . Nmecha has provided acceptable cover up front for Daniel Farke , but the Elland Road hierarchy are looking to secure their interests. The striker has nine months remaining on his contract in LS11 and it remains to be seen whether the Peacocks can tie him down to a new deal. It looks like the club are ready to make what would certainly be a brutal decision to replace the forward in January. Lukas Nmecha transfer latest at Leeds United Nmecha's prospects at Leeds look encouraging for now, with him being the only backup to Calvert-Lewin. The attacker has two assists in four appearances this season and he could be an even more influential figure for Farke if the former Everton striker gets injured. Despite the lack of options in the number nine position at Elland Road, the German forward could be on his way out soon. According to Football FanCast on 13 September, the Whites have no intention of losing Nmecha for free. The former VfL Wolfsburg ace has been informed that if he doesn't sign a new contract, the West Yorkshire outfit would look to sell him. Using the funds from Nemcha's possible sale, the Peacocks plan to bring in a replacement. How Lukas Nmecha has come out on top as Leeds United's transfer window winners and losers analysed Why Lukas Nmecha decision could backfire at Elland Road It's not easy to find someone like Nmecha who can consistently contribute whenever called upon. The striker pipped Joel Piroe in the pecking order last season and scored six goals in 31 Premier League appearances, of which he started 10. In the Whites' run to the FA Cup semi-final last season, the German attacker scored one goal and provided two assists. The West Yorkshire outfit have found a reliable number nine to come off the bench and that arguably should have its own value in Farke's eyes.

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Leeds senior player named in U21s squad alongside trialist today vs Middlesbrough

Ilia Gruev has taken a huge step towards making his Leeds United first-team return. The 26-year-old midfielder has been a long-term injury absentee for Leeds. He's not kicked a competitive ball in anger for Daniel Farke since 18 April against Wolves . Gruev has been suffering from a meniscus knee injury, and has been slowly building back his fitness recently. Up until now, it's been somewhat unclear to Leeds supporters just how close the Bulgarian international is to being match fit. However, that question has gone a long way to being answered on Sunday. What Leeds game is Ilia Gruev involved in on Sunday? Sunday afternoon sees Leeds' Under-21s take on Middlesbrough in a 12pm kick-off in Premier League 2. The Whites are taking on Boro in the North East at Heritage Park, as Scott Gardner's side go in search of their second win of the season. Today's #LUFCU21 XI! pic.twitter.com/QdOxv2nycx — Leeds United Academy (@LUFCacad) September 13, 2026 Surprisingly, Gruev has been named in the Leeds U-21 starting XI for this game. This of course means he won't start for Leeds against Newcastle on Monday night in the Premier League, but it shows he's almost ready now. Depending on how many minutes he gets today, Gruev could still be named in the matchday squad for the visit of the Magpies tomorrow. So, how can Leeds fans watch Gruev's return from injury on Sunday with the U-21's? Ilia Gruev shares honest answer amid Leeds United exit talk Leeds to know far more about Gruev's condition after Sunday Gruev may well be starting for Leeds' U-21's this afternoon, but it's not yet clear how much time he'll be afforded on the pitch. It's safe to presume he won't play the full 90 minutes, as he didn't get a pre-season either. But he should at least get the opening 45 minutes to bank some much-needed minutes in the tank, and show to Farke where he's at fitness-wise. It's likely that he'll still require a few more weeks before he's truly ready to handle the intensity of a Premier League starting role once again. As a result, there will now no doubt be many Leeds fans altering their Sunday plans to follow Gruev's progress in this one. For those wanting to see how he gets on, supporters can watch the match live so long as they're subscribed to LUTV . Indeed, Gruev is the only first-team player involved for the U-21s today.

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Leeds United's streak, a five-year wait and the Newcastle probability hope

What you need to know ahead of Monday evening's game at Elland Road

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Adam Pope: Leeds agreement 'must be pretty close' after what I've heard

Leeds United and Daniel Farke seem aligned on their future direction. Robbie Evans recently said that conversations with the German manager were ongoing over a new contract. The 49-year-old head coach is in the final year of his deal at the Whites and it will be interesting to see what the future holds for him. Last summer, there was uncertainty around Farke's future at Elland Road, but after surviving Premier League relegation, the German manager now looks set to be rewarded. The former Norwich City boss has shown tactical nous to improve the prospects of the West Yorkshire outfit in recent months. With the Peacocks now looking to secure Farke's future in LS11, confidence seems to be high. What Adam Pope has said about new Daniel Farke contract at Leeds United Evans has confirmed Leeds are in contact with Farke about extending his contract. With everything the Whites' managing director has said, Adam Pope is encouraged about the prospect of the German manager signing a new deal. The BBC Radio Leeds journalist feels Evans and the Elland Road hierarchy are taking a calm approach on Farke's future to find the best solution. There seems to be no doubt about the West Yorkshire outfit's ability to find an agreement with Farke, with the two parties expected to be closing in on one. Speaking on Don't Go to Bed Just Yet , Pope said, "I've always felt confident and hearing what Robbie said made me feel more confident that they're aligned. "He's really cool about it. It's about getting it right. They must be pretty close, I would imagine. I think it'll happen." Leeds chief confirms Daniel Farke contract talks amid fear things could 'fall apart behind the scenes' Why Daniel Farke argument may weaken at Elland Road Farke's main objective last season was to avoid Premier League relegation, and he did exactly that with a few games to spare. The Whites subsequently backed the German manager with some quality signings after he made his demands clear at the end of the previous campaign. Fans and the hierarchy in LS11 will now be looking to see progress from the West Yorkshire outfit. The Peacocks' loss to a considerably weakened Chelsea starting lineup in the third round of the Carabao Cup doesn't necessarily reflect well on Farke. Going far in domestic cup competitions will certainly strengthen the German manager's case for a significant pay bump, but the loss to the Blues may now have a knock-on effect.

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Daniel Farke identifies Newcastle threat but Leeds United's Elland Road record speaks for itself

Few teams have enjoyed night visits to Elland Road since Leeds United's return to the Premier League

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Eddie Howe remark from Leeds United boss Daniel Farke highlights Matthias Jaissle task

The Leeds United boss has underlined that Eddie Howe has left an immense legacy at Newcastle United

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MOT View: All-action Leeds man is Farke's route to success vs Newcastle amid positive omen

Dominic Calvert-Lewin will be crucial for Leeds United 's chances against Newcastle United . The Whites are unbeaten in the Premier League so far, although they were bested 6-3 against Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. Calvert-Lewin was rested by Daniel Farke , but was later called upon off the bench, rewarding his manager with a goal. That finish ultimately proved a consolation as the Stamford Bridge side ran away with the game. After being rested, the Englishman is quite likely to return to the starting lineup for the Whites against Newcastle. And Farke will be looking to the 29-year-old to do what he does best against the Geordies amid an emerging record. What is Dominic Calvert-Lewin's record against Newcastle? Farke stated that the Carabao Cup was the quickest route to European football. But that chance has now gone begging with focus needing to be put back onto a strong Premier League campaign. With that next game coming against Newcastle, Calvert-Lewin will certainly have plenty of confidence. The striker has already scored once this season in the league, and that could be extended against the Magpies. As shared by BBC Sport , Newcastle is Calvert-Lewin's most favoured opponent. Calvert-Lewin has scored more goals (seven) and has more goal contributions (nine) against the Geordies than he does against any other side. However, the Englishman also tends to put in an all-action performance against the St James' Park outfit. He has picked up more yellows against Newcastle than anyone else, too. Leeds United told the 'dream' Dominic Calvert-Lewin needs as Erling Haaland comparison made How Leeds can help Calvert-Lewin improve his record vs Newcastle While Leeds will be hoping Calvert-Lewin produces the goods, they will also need to play into his strengths. And that is something they have been doing so far this campaign. The Englishman is quite adept at contesting aerial duels and is often a handful for defenders. This season, the Whites have been one of the most direct sides in the Premier League, and the 29-year-old can utilise that. Only Hull City (24 per cent) and Nottingham Forest (20 per cent) have made a higher percentage of their passes long. If Farke can keep that trend going, and routinely ask questions of the Newcastle central defenders, Calvert-Lewin will undoubtedly get chances. And as time and time again shows, he is the main danger for Newcastle to consider on Monday night. Hopefully, it will be another game for Calvert-Lewin to remember against the Geordies.

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MOT View: New Leeds crop must forge their own path as Newcastle clash looms

Leeds United will open themselves up to a new experience if they are to beat Newcastle United on Monday. Daniel Farke and Co. will be licking their wounds after a massively frustrating 6-3 defeat against Chelsea. That has seen the Whites knocked out of the Carabao Cup in the third round. It had been declared as something to be taken seriously and now the cup run is over before it truly began. There is now added importance on the Premier League as a clash with the Magpies at Elland Road awaits. Things certainly won't be easy especially as the Leeds squad will have to tap into something that hasn't been seen for years in LS11. When did Leeds last beat Newcastle United? It was majorly frustrating against the Magpies last year with a 4-3 defeat and a 0-0 draw. There will be a desire to right those wrongs and pick up a big three points this time around. That won't be easy given that the West Yorkshire outfit haven't won when facing Newcastle in five years. The last win came at St James Park back in January 2021 as goals from Raphinha and Jack Harrison helped secure a 2-1 result. That is a long time to go without victory against an opponent - albeit Leeds have spent time in the second tier since then. It has been so long that the whole squad has changed. A starting XI of Illan Meslier , Luke Ayling , Diego Llorente, Liam Cooper , Ezgjan Alioski, Kalvin Phillips , Stuart Dallas, Raphinha, Harrison, Rodrigo and Patrick Bamford all started. Pascal Struijk , Mateusz Klich and Tyler Roberts came on while Kiko Casilla, Jamie Shackleton , Leif Davis , Pablo Hernandez, Helder Costa and Ian Poveda watched from the bench. All of these names have moved on from LS11, proving how much of an uphill task the new crop of Leeds players will have against the Magpies. Leeds United vs Newcastle preview: Team news, opposition lowdown and score prediction How can Leeds United finally win vs Newcastle? There were genuine fears that this season could feature a relegation battle in the north east. It has, so far, been the complete opposite for Matthias Jaissle as he is yet to taste defeat as Newcastle boss. Leeds will be keen to be the first to inflict that feeling, but it will be a challenge. The Geordies' backline is there to be gotten at after conceding six goals in five games this season. So the likes of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor must be on top of their game. The same can be said about the back three to keep Newcastle at bay having scored 10 goals so far this campaign. It won't be an easy scale to balance, but if Leeds can win, it will see this new crop forge their own path after a total refresh at Elland Road.

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MOT View: Leeds United vs Newcastle preview: Team news, opposition lowdown & score prediction

Leeds United are looking to end a three-game winless run in all competitions against Newcastle United on Monday. Daniel Farke 's side haven't tasted victory since the second of their back-to-back wins over Nottingham Forest on 25 August. Since then, Brentford and Brighton have both drawn with the Whites, before a 6-3 Carabao Cup defeat to Chelsea last time out. The Magpies, however, are fresh off a 1-0 Carabao Cup win over Championship side Millwall . Matthias Jaissle is loving life as Newcastle's new manager, with the 38-year-old becoming an instant hit with the St James' Park faithful. Ahead of Monday night's clash at Elland Road, MOT Leeds News has you covered with all you need to know before the 8pm kick-off. Newcastle United: What can Leeds expect from Matthias Jaissle's side? Five games in as Newcastle boss, and Jaissle is yet to taste defeat in the Magpies dugout. One win and two draws mark their return from their opening three Premier League games of the season. Jaissle's approach isn't a high-pressing nor possession-based one, instead favouring to keep men behind the ball before launching lightning fast counter-attacks. Anthony Elanga is particularly thriving under the German, and could cause major problems on the break if and when Leeds get caught committing too many players forward. Their defence is vulnerable though, having conceded twice against Liverpool , Bournemouth and West Brom in the Carabao Cup. Newcastle have won both of their away games in all competitions in 2026-27 though, and will be confident of making that three on Monday. So, what is the latest team news for both sides ahead of this encounter? Leeds United vs Newcastle clash in Premier League predicted by supercomputer Newcastle set to be without a host of important players vs Leeds A number of players on both sides are expected to miss out on Monday night's clash. Starting with the visitors, Newcastle will definitely be without Joelinton , Dan Burn and William Osula due to injuries. Goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen is also a major doubt for this one, as he tries to work back from an ankle problem that sidelined him in their midweek Carabao Cup win over Millwall. Fellow new signing Amar Dedic is also a serious doubt, as the adventurous full-back was forced off against Millwall with a hamstring injury. As for Leeds, Mateo Joseph and Joe Rodon will both miss the game as both continue to work back from serious injury issues. Meanwhile, Ilia Gruev is unlikely to feature, with the Bulgarian last seen kicking a ball in anger in April due to a knee problem. So, who will might take home the points on Monday night, or is this one more likely to end in a stalemate? We say: Leeds 2-1 Newcastle Leeds have lost just one of their last 12 Premier League games, dating back to a 0-0 draw away at Crystal Palace in mid-March. However, Newcastle are unbeaten in their last six meetings with the Whites, and have the most recent bragging rights after a 4-3 win in January. Farke's side were perhaps a tad lucky to escape with a draw from Brentford and Brighton. But conceding six against any team demands a big response, and we're backing Leeds to take that out on Newcastle on Monday with a narrow 2-1 win.

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Everything we know about Muharemovic's Leeds contract after stellar LS11 start

Leeds United have certainly seen plenty of quality from Tarik Muharemovic since his summer move. The Whites didn't mess around in getting their transfer window up and running in July. They swooped in for the Sassuolo man to make sure he was on his way to Elland Road. The 23-year-old came in and made an immediate impression throughout pre-season under Daniel Farke . He has continued that into the Premier League season as he has been a regular in LS11. Muharemovic looks to be a classy piece of business for Leeds as we know assess what we know about his contract. What is Tarik Muharemovic's Leeds wage? The Bosnia international certainly has plenty of top level experience for his age. Juventus brought him into their Next Gen squad for the 2022/23 season before his switch to Sassuolo. He got two seasons featuring regularly in Italy's Serie A and Serie B after that move. The left-footed centre-back now finds himself in the Premier League as an asset for Leeds. That is reflected in his wage as Valuball estimates that he is being paid £70,000-per-week at Elland Road. He signed a five-year deal earlier in the summer which will see him earn a £3.6million salary. That is just part of the payments being made as his transfer fee is also setting the Whites back. Why Tarik Muharemovic can be Leeds' signing of the summer as Arsenal revelation emerges How much are Leeds United paying for Muharemovic per year? Farke clearly knew who he wanted this summer and was willing to put his money where his mouth is. The Bosnian came in for around £34m and, so far, looks to be worth every penny. That is a sizable fee for Leeds to pay, so his five-year deal helps to spread his amortisation fee. Leeds are reportedly paying £7.8m for this year and will then pay between £8.2m and £8.3m for the next four seasons. That will stop in 2031 when his current deal expires. He may pen new terms at Elland Road at some stage, which would only increase his wage and not the payments to Sassuolo.

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Daniel Farke spots what Matthias Jaissle has done in strong start at Newcastle United

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Ex-Leeds player names the 'dream' for Calvert-Lewin as Erling Haaland comparison made

Dominic Calvert-Lewin has become a firm fans' favourite at Leeds United . Signed on a free transfer after his Everton contract expired, the England striker scored 14 Premier League goals last season. This term, he has netted once in the top flight and twice in the Carabao Cup as he continues to be Leeds' most consistent goal threat. Indeed, one concern has been whether Leeds have enough goals elsewhere in the team to support Calvert-Lewin. Leeds added attacking reinforcement in the form of Harry Wilson and Jean-Matteo Bahoya in the transfer window to try and enhance their attacking output. Former Whites winger Jermaine Pennant has now spoken about what Leeds need to do to get even more out of Calvert-Lewin. What Leeds need to do in 'dream' Calvert-Lewin scenario Many fans were expecting Leeds to target another striker during the transfer window. While Calvert-Lewin is a great goal threat, there are questions about Lukas Nmecha when he plays in place of Calvert-Lewin. Pennant, though, thinks it is more a question of Leeds' other attackers ensuring there is a consistent quality supply to their top marksman. He made a comparison to Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland , saying how both players like to thrive on early service into the box. Speaking to Goal.com , Pennant said: "“He feeds on support. He feeds on balls into the box, supply. You do that, he'll put himself there and he'll probably, nine times out of 10, be there and win it. “He's looked good in pre-season, he's looked good at the start of the season. But he's not a striker that’s going to get the ball on the halfway line, take three players on, create his own stuff and score one in the top corner. “You need to feed him. It's like Erling Haaland. If you don't supply him, he's not really going to score you goals. So as soon as they get that sorted and get that supply and whip balls in, that's a dream for Calvert-Lewin.” Daniel Farke confirms Leeds United injury latest after crazy Chelsea loss Calvert-Lewin is one of the best in the league There was an element of scepticism when Leeds signed Calvert-Lewin ahead of their return to the Premier League last season. It was never really a question of his quality, but more whether he could stay fit enough to make an impact. Boy, did he answer those concerns and then some. With Calvert-Lewin, it is not just the goals you get. It's his hold-up play, ability to link midfield and attack, and aerial threat. On his day, Calvert-Lewin is one of the best strikers in the league, and Leeds know full well that if they give him the service, he can get plenty of goals.

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Adam Pope shares what senior Leeds figure told him about decision made in transfer window

Leeds United made the tough decision to sell Pascal Struijk early in the summer transfer window. The 27-year-old joined Leeds academy in 2018, before he progressed to become a key first-team performer. However, Struijk decided at the end of last season that he wanted a new challenge and opted to leave Elland Road. With the Dutch centre-back entering the final year of his contract, Leeds made the decision to cash in. Struijk consequently moved to Premier League rivals Brighton on a five-year deal for a fee in the region of £20million. Now, Adam Pope has shared what Leeds managing director Robbie Evans told him about the thought process with that sale. What did Robbie Evans say about Pascal Struijk sale at Leeds? The Premier League has now changed its financial parameters, moving from the previously unpopular profif and sustainability rules (PSR) to the new system of squad cost ratio (SCR). Struijk's sale helped Leeds ensure they would meet their PSR target for 2025/26, before moving to the SCR rules. At one stage it was thought that Leeds might need to make more than one sale before June 30th to keep within the financial parameters. But BBC Radio Leeds commentator Adam Pope, speaking on the Don't Go To Bed Just Yet podcast, explained what Evans told him about why that was not the case. Pope said: "The key headlines (of speaking to Evans) were the transfer window and how they got all their main targets early on. "(Also) how they explain the Pascal Struijk sale as well and how that, thankfully there's only one sale needed to meet the PSR deadline like they did. "He said the cup run and the success of last season, I think, and not spending big in January meant that they only had to sell one player by June 30th as such before that deadline. So, that was good to hear the explanation of that." How Gabriel Gudmundsson has outdone Pascal Struijk already at Leeds United after latest transfer admission Are Leeds stronger for Pascal Struijk sale? At the time, it was disappointing to see Struijk depart, especially for a team Leeds want to be competing with for European qualification. But, by the end of the window it is hard to believe that Leeds do not look stronger overall. Struijk's sale allowed for the £34million arrival of Tarik Muharemovic from Sassuolo, while Nico Elvedi also joined to strength the backline. With James Trafford , Harry Wilson , Michael Zetterer , Melvin Bard, and Jean-Matteo Bahoya also joining, there is real depth to the team right now. It would have been nice if Struijk would have stayed, but he wanted a new challenge, Leeds managed to have a really good window, so really there were no losers in this situation.

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Leeds had 'unbelievable' English player lined up if 'ambitious' summer move failed - report

Southampton 's Aaron Ramsdale could have been Leeds United 's first-choice goalkeeper this season. The Whites pulled off a massive coup in the summer by landing England international James Trafford from Manchester City . Trafford did not come cheap, as Leeds splashed out a reported £40million upfront, plus a further £5m in add-ons. In a summer of change between the sticks at Elland Road, Michael Zetterer was recruited as back-up, with Illan Meslier , Karl Darlow and Lucas Perri departing. Daniel Farke will be more than happy with his goalkeeping department, even if Zetterer did ship six goals on his debut against Chelsea. But it turns out there was a different plan in place had priority signing Trafford not arrived. What's been reported on Leeds' interest in Aaron Ramsdale? Ramsdale was mentioned with Leeds earlier this year, but there were no serious transfer links over the summer. A number of keepers were touted as Leeds targets, but the 28-year-old was not one of them. However, a report from the Daily Mail on Friday claims Leeds had Ramsdale "firmly in their sights" had an "ambitious bid" to sign Trafford not come off. Not only that, the report states Leeds "would likely have landed" the Englishman had they pursued that move instead. As it is, though, Man City accepted the offer for Trafford and Leeds' interest in Ramsdale did not develop any further. Why Leeds United are being blamed for turbulent Lucas Perri events at Torino Would Ramsdale deal have made sense for Leeds? Ramsdale was hailed an "unbelievable" goalkeeper by then-Southampton boss Russell Martin a couple of years ago. However, the Sheffield United academy product's stock has declined since he was sold by Arsenal in 2024. Arsenal splashed out big to sign Ramsdale, but Mikel Arteta instead went with David Raya and the rest, as they say, is history. Ramsdale made 23 appearances on loan at Newcastle United last season, but he is now back at Southampton. Remarkably, Ramsdale is considered fourth choice at Southampton these days and instead plays for the Under-21s. On that basis alone, it is fair to say this is a bullet dodged from the Whites' perspective.

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Leeds vs Newcastle injury latest as seven players could miss out at Elland Road

Leeds United are set to play host to Newcastle United in the Premier League on Monday. The Whites will be keen to bounce back as soon as possible after their midweek loss against Chelsea . Daniel Farke 's side had looked to be in control at Stamford Bridge when Tarik Muharemovic and Brenden Aaronson put the away side 2-0 up. The Blues eventually came back and were winning 4-2 by the 65th minute before going on to seal a 6-3 win. Leeds will need to forget what happened in the Carabao Cup and now turn their attention to league action. Newcastle are set to make the trip to Elland Road as we assess the injury latest for both sides. Leeds United keeping tabs on Ilia Gruev There is no new injury issues for the Yorkshire outfit to truly concern themselves with. Joe Rodon is set for a lengthy absence after a thigh injury sustained away to Brentford in August. Farke confirmed that the Welshman could be out for between eight and 10 weeks. Ilia Gruev is the only other issue in LS11, but may be able to return against Newcastle. He has been absent since mid-April and faces a late fitness test to be available at Elland Road. It is yet to be seen whether he will feature, with just a few days between Farke's update and the Newcastle game on Monday. Leeds United predicted XI vs Newcastle: Daniel Farke favourite ditched in heavy changes Newcastle wait on double fitness test The Magpies are suffering with more problems than their opponents on Monday. Matthias Jaissle could be without five first-team stars, with Joelinton, Dan Burn and William Osula all set to miss out. They are dealing with long-term problems that will likely see them ruled out until mid-October at least. The same can't be said for Ewen Jaouen and Amar Dedic , who are suffering from ankle and thigh injuries respectively. Both will undergo late fitness tests at Newcastle to see if they will be fit enough to make the squad at Elland Road. Jaouen is seemingly closer to featuring after twisting an ankle ahead of last week's clash against Bournemouth .

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Journalist appears to blame Leeds over loan player at risk of 'making a fool of himself'

Lucas Perri has already had a pretty wild time of things on his loan spell from Leeds United to Torino. The 28-year-old eventually sealed a loan switch to the Serie A side towards the end of the summer transfer window. After a late hijack attempt by Marseille , Perri stuck to his work by joining Torino for the duration of the 2026-27 season. That includes an option to make the move permanent next summer should Perri and Torino wish to make that happen. Perri has already made a howler at Torino , although he has also been credited with making some impressive saves. And that high-profile recent error is now seemingly being laid at the feet of Leeds. How is Lucas Perri performing at Torino? Perri has so far made a couple of appearances for his new club - one in Serie A and one in the Coppa Italia. The Brazilian conceded one goal in both matches, one of which he was at fault for as Torino were knocked out of the cup by Monza. What should have been a simple save from a Dany Mota shot turned out to be anything but. In Friday's print edition of La Stampa, it is pointed out that Perri is open to "making a fool of himself" as that is the very nature of being a goalkeeper. And the journalist puts that mistake down to Leeds, or rather Perri's lack of minutes under Daniel Farke last season. The former Lyon stopper is said to be low on confidence, as highlighted by that error. However, he did make a couple of good saves in the Bulls' 2-1 league win over Fiorentina. Lucas Perri already completes 'miracle' after several errors away from Leeds United What are the terms of Perri's Torino loan? Torino will wait until the end of the season to determine whether they wish to sign Perri permanently. The deal includes an option, rather than an obligation, to make the arrangement more permanent. If they wish to do so, it is reported that Torino will have to pay Leeds £9.4million for Perri . That figure is believed to have climbed thanks to Marseille's late interest in Perri, but whether or not Leeds offload for good next summer remains to be seen.

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Supercomputer predicts result of Leeds vs Newcastle

Leeds United will be looking to get back to winning ways when they host Newcastle United in the Premier League on Monday. The Whites were beaten 6-3 by Chelsea in round three of the Carabao Cup in midweek. That defeat in a nine-goal thriller at Stamford Bridge has slightly dented United's momentum, having started the league campaign in good form. After kicking off the season with a 2-0 win at Nottingham Forest , Daniel Farke 's men have since drawn 1-1 with Brentford and Brighton . Newcastle have also made a positive start to life under Matthias Jaissle, as they have also won one and drawn two, while advancing in the cup. Those unbeaten league starts are on the line on Monday evening as the sides face off at Elland Road. What is supercomputer predicting to happen in Leeds vs Newcastle? Farke has some big Leeds selection calls to make against Newcastle after heavily rotating for the Chelsea tie. With the sides being level on points, a tight contest can be expected in West Yorkshire. Perhaps due to home advantage, Opta Analyst 's supercomputer makes Leeds slight favourites for this clash. Farke's men have a 41.3 per cent chance of winning, compared to 33.3 per cent chance for Newcastle. The draw is given a 25.4 per cent likelihood of happening at Elland Road. How Leeds beat Newcastle to the signing of James Trafford from Manchester City The area Newcastle are outperforming every other team Newcastle have scored double the number of goals than Leeds so far in this season's Premier League (six compared to three). They have also conceded double the number (four versus two). Interestingly, Newcastle's six goals have come from an expected goals (xG) figure of three, with no team outperforming their xG more so far. That basically means the Magpies are scoring a lot more goals than expected based on the quality of the chances created. For context, Leeds' xG is 4.4, so they are actually scoring fewer goals than you would expect. All things considered, this looks set to be a very evenly contested match, albeit one Leeds are considered favourites to edge.

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Everything fans need to know as Leeds academy star nominated for youth award

Carrick Njinko has been making waves in Leeds United 's academy. Leeds' Under-21 side have played two games so far this season, with one win and one loss. They sit 14th in the Premier League 2 table, with the right winger being the standout player so far. He has notched four goals already, in games with West Brom and Liverpool 's academy sides. His form has been noticed from observers outside of the Elland Road club, as the Thorp Arch talent has been nominated for a prestigious award. MOT Leeds News shares everything fans need to know about Njinko. Who is Leeds talent Carrick Njinko? Njinko is a 17-year-old winger, who signed a two-year scholarship with the Whites in 2025. The English ace has managed four goals and three assists in 36 matches in the Under-18s, before stepping up to the Under-21s with four goals in nine games. He has now been nominated for the Premier League 2 Player of the Month award for August. He is clearly making a big impact in LS11 as Under-21 boss Scott Gardner waxed lyrical about him after the hat-trick against the Baggies. Speaking to club media after the game, he said: “He has returned after pre-season in a really good manner. “He is making himself an important and valuable member of the Under-21s squad. It is his job to stay with us and kick on again. “He has got his three goals which is his reward but it is all the other stuff around the game that I have been really impressed with him in the recent weeks and months.” Njinko will be hoping to eventually challenge Dan James for a place in Daniel Farke 's first-team plans. Why Leeds United fans need to sit up and take notice of Carrick Njinko Who is he up against for the Premier League 2 award He is up against several very talented players for the award, so it will not be easy to win it. Brentford 's Kaye Furo has notched four goals and one assists in two matches in the competition. Luke Howard of Reading managed three assists in two matches, and that is why he is up for the award. Manchester United gem Jaydan Kamason notched two goals in two games, and is also up for the award. West Ham talent Josh Landers bagged four goals in two games, so he is also a contender. Fulham pair Chibby Nwoko and Jayden Quashie notched two assists and three goals respectively, so that explains their nominations. Sunderland 's Trey Samuel-Ogunsuyi is the final name on the shortlist and he managed three goals. That is tough competition for the Leeds academy star, but he will back himself to come out on top.

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View: Leeds player could be key to victory at Elland Rd, must stop 'unique' Newcastle threat

Tarik Muharemovic will undoubtedly have one of his toughest tests as Leeds United face Newcastle United on Monday. Elland Road will welcome Matthias Jaissle's team on 14 September as the Whites look to get back to winning ways. Xabi Alonso got the better of Daniel Farke in the third round of the Carabao Cup, but fans in LS11 will want to see their team immediately bounce back. Muharemovic has been key since arriving at Elland Road in the summer transfer window and he will certainly be more important than ever against Newcastle. The Peacocks are currently ninth in the Premier League after an unbeaten start and will hope to preserve that record. Farke has plenty of game-changers in his team, but it will be the Bosnia and Herzegovina defender who may be the most influential piece of the puzzle to beat the Magpies. Why Tarik Muharemovic more important than ever vs Newcastle United Muharemovic has been one of Leeds' best players this season, justifying the outlay they made on him in the summer transfer window. The 23-year-old defender has recorded an average rating of 7.07 in the Premier League in three matches, averaging two interceptions, one tackle, and 8.3 clearances per game, as per Sofascore . Muharemovic has also surprisingly completed 100 per cent of his dribbles, averaging one per game. The Bosnia and Herzegovina centre-back has won 69 per cent of his ground duels, which will surely come in handy at Elland Road against Anthony Elanga . Watch 'ridiculous' Tarik Muharemovic moment as Leeds United fans have new hero already What difference Anthony Elanga can make vs Leeds United Elanga has found his feet at Newcastle after an underwhelming debut season. In the winger's first three Premier League appearances of the new campaign, he has recorded a combined rating of 7.4 and a top speed of 34.9 kilometres per hour, as per Sofascore . Speaking about the attacker last year, former manager Eddie Howe said, "He is an exciting talent with attributes that make him a unique attacking threat." Elanga has scored two goals and averaged one shot on target, 1.3 key passes and 0.7 successful dribbles per game. To give the West Yorkshire outfit the best chance of getting three points, Farke will certainly need to find a way to keep Newcastle's right-winger quiet, and that's where Muharemovic comes in.

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Elland Road chief: Leeds feel 'Robbed' after PL financial development

Leeds United would have preferred to operate under PSR regulations rather than SCR rules this summer. The Whites have faced some difficult financial tasks in recent years, but have set themselves up well for another successful season in the Premier League. Paraag Marathe and Co. splashed out over £85million to bring seven new faces to Elland Road in the transfer window, but they know more could have been spent under different circumstances. The Leeds chairman has admitted that it will take another two seasons until the club can operate as they wish in the market, as the fight for stability off the field continues. A change to SCR rules (Squad Cost Ratio) means Leeds were capped at spending 85 per cent of their relevant revenue on squad costs, among other restrictions. Leeds' managing director Robbie Evans has revealed why the Whites feel like this change pegged them back this summer. Why Leeds feel 'robbed' from SCR change Evans has revealed that Leeds are in talks with Daniel Farke over a new contract , but compares his situation to the likes of Ethan Ampadu , suggesting patience is needed. The Whites have been in talks with Farke for three months, and despite the fact that no agreement has been reached, Marathe and Co. still spent big again this summer on their German head coach. However, according to Evans, the club would have been in a better financial position during this summer's transfer window, had they still been operating under PSR rules. He's now opened up after Leeds opted against the move to SCR last year. Evans said, as quoted by The Athletic on Friday: "This year in particular, I would rather have had PSR because we were coming out of a three-year PSR window that included a very tough first year in the Championship. "That year was going to roll off our three-year window this year, and that could have given us potentially a lot of freedom this summer. The move from PSR to SCR robbed us of that opportunity." However, Evans has admitted that SCR will be better for Leeds in their long-term future, due to the fact that the new system suits clubs with a bigger fanbase and strong commercial revenues. Conor Coady reacts to Daniel Farke update at Leeds United - 'It's huge, huge' Why SCR change could be impacting Daniel Farke contract talks Leeds are hoping to secure Farke on a new long-term deal before his current contract expires at the end of the season. The 49-year-old has hinted that he will not stay if the club cannot match his ambitions. Following the change to SCR, Evans has already suggested that Leeds will not have as much flexibility as they would like in terms of spending for the short term. This follows Marathe's two-year admission about Leeds' spending restriction, which could be in Farke's thinking. The head coach is aware that Leeds cannot operate as they wish in the market until the 2028-29 campaign at the very earliest. That said, there is no guarantee at this stage over Farke's future at Leeds.

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Leeds United chief Robbie Evans gives transfer window verdict amid no new striker signing

This is the first of two parts of selected questions from a Q&A discussion with Evans on Leeds United's transfer business

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Leeds contract talks confirmed amid fear things could 'fall apart behind the scenes'

Leeds United officials have been in talks with Daniel Farke regarding a new contract. The Whites have been in discussions with the German head coach all summer after he managed to keep the club in the Premier League. Leeds are keen to keep the 49-year-old at Elland Road, but there have been some doubts over whether the latter wants the same. Farke hinted that if his vision is not aligned with the club's, he will leave for a new challenge, but there has since been plenty of important work done in the transfer window. Paraag Marathe and Co. splashed out over £85million in the summer window, bringing seven new faces to Elland Road for their head coach. Still, there have been some concerns that Farke may not renew terms in LS11, as Leeds' managing director Robbie Evans has now provided clarity for supporters. Leeds director confirms Daniel Farke contract talks amid 'fear' of collapse Leeds want to keep Farke at the club for their long-term future, and hope that he can steer the Whites into Europe. The former Norwich City boss was almost sacked last winter, but a second half display against Manchester City changed everything at Elland Road. Leeds have completely changed their identity, but not their principles under Farke, and look like one of the most exciting teams in the Premier League. While speaking to The Athletic , Leeds' managing director confirmed contract talks with Farke and gave further insight into how things are progressing. Evans said: "Daniel’s done a fantastic job here, and we’re thrilled with the last couple of seasons. As for the contract discussions themselves, Daniel’s team and I have had really good chats for the last three months. "I know some might fear a deal not being done might cause things to fall apart behind the scenes, but it’s actually been the opposite of that. "We simply haven’t got the deal done yet, but we’re working towards a solution. And when there’s news, we’ll share it with you." He compared it to the time it took to tie the likes of Ethan Ampadu , Joe Rodon, Brenden Aaronson and Jayden Bogle down to new terms, insisting things have to be right for all parties. Nevertheless, it appears that things have definitely not broken down behind the scenes, and there is a willingness from all involved to reach an agreement. Daniel Farke gives five-word update on new Leeds United contract What three-year plan could Leeds present Farke with? Farke's contract expires in June of 2027, and it's highly likely that Leeds would want to agree to an extension until 2030. If that is the case, the Whites will need to match his ambition by setting out a strategic and progressive plan for the next three seasons at the very least. The plan for this season could be for Leeds to finish in the top half of the table, building on survival from last campaign. Then the 2027-28 campaign could have a clear target of achieving European football after another strong summer of spending, with the goal for the following 2028-29 season being to achieve the same, while simultaneously pushing for a trophy. Leeds need to aim high, because Farke knows his worth now.

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MOT View: Farke fave to be ditched in changes galore - Leeds predicted XI v Newcastle

Leeds United will be desperate to get back into Premier League action against Newcastle . They'll have to wait for Monday night football on 14 September, though. After dominating Chelsea for 50 minutes in the Carabao Cup third round on Wednesday, things got ugly at Stamford Bridge. Daniel Farke was slow to react to Xabi Alonso's changes and ended up copping a 6-3 defeat, somehow. After eight changes, Leeds will very likely revert to their usual tried and tested eleven against the Mapgies. After a couple of draws against Brighton and Brentford, three points will be heavily desired in two home games before the international break. Leeds United to ring the changes MOT Leeds News has predicted the starting XI, and it could be very straight forward. The first change is basically guaranteed, as James Trafford will almost certainly replace Michael Zetterer in goal. James Justin and Tarik Muharemovic should keep their places in defence, but changes should happen around them. Nico Elvedi, Jayden Bogle and Gabriel Gudmundsson could all come back in to complete the five-man defence. And ahead of them, Ethan Ampadu will keep his spot as captain at the base of midfield. It means that Jaka Bijol , Melvin Bard and Dan James should drop out. Daniel Farke confirms Leeds United injury latest after crazy Chelsea loss Brenden Aaronson to be left out with new signings The American may have scored at Stamford Bridge, but his all-round play was as sloppy as it's been for a while now. He may be a huge favourite of Farke's, but he must do more. Ao Tanaka should come back in alongside Ampadu, replacing Sean Longstaff , who was also disappointing. That means that Harry Wilson could also miss out, as he hasn't quite hit the ground running in LS11 since his move from Fulham. Anton Stach added great physicality in the final third at Brighton, and may continue further forward alongside Noah Okafor. Finishing the side should be Dominic Calvert-Lewin , who will keep his usual rotation with Lukas Nmecha going. After three without a win, but dominating in chances, Leeds must find that ruthless streak with two winnable games coming before the break. Leeds predicted XI vs Newcastle: Trafford, Bogle, Justin, Elvedi, Muharemovic, Gudmundsson, Amapdu, Tanaka, Stach, Okafor, Calvert-Lewin

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Daniel Farke contract update as Leeds United managing director speaks out on ‘good chats’

Daniel Farke has yet to sign a new contract with less than 12 moths remaining on his current deal

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Leeds United boss Daniel Farke reacts to Noah Okafor’s statement after private chat

The Leeds United winger has stepped back from international duty

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Warnock shares brutal assessment on Leeds favourite who has just sealed exit

Leeds United were spot-on to let Wilfried Gnonto leave for Fiorentina. The Serie A side have signed the 22-year-old winger on loan, with an option to buy, and the package deal could reach £18million. Having starred for Daniel Farke in the Championship, the Italian youngster will continue his development with La Viola for now. Gnonto struggled for regular minutes in the Premier League last season and it wasn't surprising to see him leave Elland Road on deadline day. While the attacker did deal with a few injuries last season, he only got four starts in the English top flight. With Harry Wilson and Jean-Matteo Bahoya signing for the West Yorkshire outfit, the writing was certainly on the wall for the Italy international. Why Wilfried Gnonto exit makes sense at Leeds United Gnonto will be playing under Paolo Vanoli , who wanted to sign the winger in January. Stephen Warnock believes there are several reasons why the Italian ace ended up leaving Elland Road. In a brutal assessment of the attacker, the former defender suggested the physicality and speed of the Premier League were a bit too much for him. While Gnonto did perform well in the Championship, he failed to replicate that impact and influence in the English top flight. Speaking to the Yorkshire Post on 10 September, Warnock said, "So, I think there are a number of reasons [for his exit]. "And we haven't even mentioned the physicality and speed at which football is played in the Premier League, which is probably all a bit too much for him as well." Italian journalist's reaction to Wilfried Gnonto's Leeds exit isn't good news for the ex-Elland Rd ace How Wilfried Gnonto fared in Fiorentina debut Fiorentina sacked Fabio Grosso after just three league matches in charge. The Serie A side find themselves at the bottom of the table with zero points on the board. Gnonto came on as a second-half substitute for La Viola against Torino in their previous fixture, but wasn't able to do much in the 2-1 loss. In the winger's 45 minutes on the pitch, he recorded an xG of 0.11, xA of 0.01, took three shots, failed to find a teammate with any of his four crosses and failed to complete his only attempted dribble, as per Sofascore . The Elland Road hierarchy will hope Fiorentina's prospects improve in the coming months and that they permanently sign Gnonto next summer.

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What Daniel Farke said on Noah Okafor, Chelsea defeat and Melvin Bard's Leeds United debut

Daniel Farke will give more thoughts on last night's game plus Leeds United's home clash with Newcastle on Monday

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Daniel Farke confirms Leeds injury latest today after wild Chelsea defeat

Leeds United are still recovering from their crazy Carabao Cup defeat to Chelsea on Wednesday evening. It was all looking good at Stamford Bridge until a crazy second half saw the Whites collapse to a 6-3 defeat. Tarik Muharemovic and Brenden Aaronson had Leeds 2-0 ahead just after the break, but what happened after was simply unacceptable. Daniel Farke described it as "crazy", but fans were not happy with how late he was to make substitutions. It was Xabi Alonso's proactive approach that saw four substitutes come on, with Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer at the heart of everything. It would be no surprise to see some tired legs at Thorp Arch, today. Daniel Farke shares injury latest at Leeds United Despite only being another 90 minutes, this was a wild end-to-end tie which saw both sides exhausted. With eight changes, Leeds rotated enough to keep most of their stars feeling rested enough. So much so, Farke has confirmed that no new injuries were picked up at Stamford Bridge. It's a small positive on a dark night, with Muharemovic, Ethan Ampadu and James Justin the regulars to keep their spots. DF pre Newcastle Utd - no new injuries #LUFC — Adam Pope (@apopey) September 10, 2026 On top of that, Leeds now have until Monday before their next game as Newcastle come to Elland Road in the Premier League. Has anybody earned a starting spot? In short, not really. Melvin Bard impressed on his debut and did come off with cramp, so it's good to know that he's recovered well already. Despite that, Gabriel Gudmundsson will always start when fit, the same that can be said for the likes of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and likely Noah Okafor . Jean-Matteo Bahoya was unlucky not to get his debut off the bench at Chelsea, but he could earn that against Newcastle. After dominating Brighton for huge spells last time out in the Premier League, it's highly likely that the same starting side will take on Newcastle. That physical nature was lost in the second half after scoring a second, so adding the likes of Ao Tanaka and Anton Stach from the start will help massively. Newcastle have great pace in their ranks, so it's all about keeping that in check. It's time to put Chelsea behind us, recover well with this extended break and then pick up another big three points.

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Leeds United Christmas schedule confirmed as Premier League pushed into announcement

Leeds United and their supporters have learnt their Premier League fixture schedule for the Christmas period over three months before the games are set to take place

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MOT View: Leeds get blessing in disguise as 'dynamic' attacker burns bridges elsewhere

Leeds United may now be able to keep Noah Okafor at Thorp Arch for much longer moving forward. The Swiss international is a regular first-team starter under Daniel Farke , and is set to play an important role for the German head coach this campaign. The left-winger was the Whites' best attacking threat at one stage in the second half of last season, even though an injury disrupted his momentum in February. Despite this, Okafor looks refreshed for the new season, and even picked up an assist off the bench in Leeds' Carabao Cup defeat to Chelsea on Wednesday. He enjoyed this summer in North America for the World Cup with Switzerland, though he did not get as much playing time as he would have liked under Murat Yakin. It is well documented that Okafor does not have the best relationship with Yakin, and now Leeds may welcome the player's latest statement. Noah Okafor releases bombshell statement on Switzerland future One issue Leeds now have as a Premier League side is that while they recruit some top players, the majority of them are good enough to play for their respective countries. One of them is Okafor, though his inclusion in Switzerland has been up and down, due to his relationship with the head coach. Okafor had a public fallout with Yakin in the past, but after Switzerland suffered some late injuries heading into the World Cup, the two had seemingly put the past behind them. Now, it seems like the 26-year-old has burnt bridges with the national team, so long as Yakin is there. In a statement released on his Instagram this Thursday, Okafor revealed his decision to step away from the Switzerland national team for the foreseeable future. The statement read: "Under the current circumstances, I simply cannot do it anymore. Things happened that hit me deeply. Trust was broken. Promises not kept. Okafor has officially "stepped down" from the national team "until further notice". View this post on Instagram Selfishly, Leeds will not have to worry about Okafor being late back from international camps in the future, nor do they have to be concerned about him picking up an injury while away from LS11. His fellow Leeds United teammates have also reacted to the post. What Leeds United have learned about Noah Okafor's World Cup campaign and why it matters The Leeds players who have reacted to Okafor's statement Okafor is a player who is capable of pulling off some magic at Elland Road. After Leeds' 3-1 win over Burnley at Elland Road on 1 May, The Guardian hailed the forward as the club's most "dynamic" outlet during the match. Following his statement, his fellow Leeds teammates have reacted to the post. Anton Stach, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Gabriel Gudmundsson have all liked Okafor's post so far, the same with the on-loan Wilfried Gnonto, in what is an act of solidarity.

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Ex-FIFA ref questions the point of VAR as Leeds controversy v Brentford re-emerges

Keith Hackett questioned the purpose of VAR after controversial footage of Leeds United defender Jayden Bogle re-emerged. The Whites defender was caught up in a contentious moment during Leeds' 1-1 draw with Brentford at Elland Road on 30 August. Brentford were leading 1-0 at the time through Kevin Schade 's first-half opener. Schade then felt he was tripped by Leeds wing-back Bogle inside the penalty area in the 66th minute, but referee Tony Harrington did not point to the spot. VAR Neil Davies did not intervene as he felt the incident did not meet the threshold to do so. Dominic Calvert-Lewin would equalise five minutes later in the 71st minute as Leeds earned a 1-1 draw on home turf. What has now been said about Jayden Bogle controversy for Leeds? On Wednesday, it was announced that the Premier League's Key Match Incidents Panel (KMI) ruled 4-1 in favour of the fact a penalty should have been awarded for the incident. However, it also voted 3-2 in favour of the fact that Davies was not right to intervene as it did not meet the threshold to do so. Should Brentford have had a penalty? Jayden Bogle appeared to make contact with Kevin Schade but the referee waved play on! pic.twitter.com/oq1HkhheVF — Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) August 30, 2026 Former FIFA referee Keith Hackett, the former head of the PGMOL, is baffled by the outcome of the KMI Panel. Speaking exclusively to MOT Leeds News , Hackett questioned why VAR is in place if it is not going to intervene for an a foul he believed to be clear and obvious. He said: "This was a clear tripping offence in the penalty area that should have resulted in a penalty kick. "Under the VAR criteria this is a clear and bvious error by the referee. Therefore VAR should have intervened. "What is the point of VAR if it allows the incorrect outcome of an incident where their VAR criteria allows and expects them to intervene? "This is not a subjective decision, it is evident that the player was fouled and a penalty kick should have been awarded." Graham Smyth reacts sarcastically to what he read about Jayden Bogle controversy in Leeds v Brentford Did Leeds get away with one in Brentford draw? For supporters, this is why VAR is so wildly unpopular. Okay, sure, on this occasion Leeds benefitted from a lack of intervention, but even if VAR was not a thing they would have done here. In another week, you can almost guarantee another VAR would have sent Harrington to the screen, because these things are so subjective. Did Leeds get away with one? Well, officially, according to the KMI Panel, yes they did. But really, the bigger question has to be why have VAR in place if it is not used correctly. Thankfully for Leeds on this occasion it wasn't, though.

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View: Leeds should be kicking themselves for £17m transfer snub, he just made history

Leeds United potentially could have had Ermedin Demirovic as Joel Piroe 's replacement. The Whites were heavily linked with a move for the VfB Stuttgart striker, but didn't end up signing him. With Daniel Farke losing one of his strikers from last season in the transfer window, it would have certainly made sense to bolster the position. Now, the Elland Road hierarchy should be kicking themselves for not making a move for Demirovic. While Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Lukas Nmecha have had decent starts to the season, injuries could put the German manager in a bit of a bind. Demirovic has proven himself in the Premier League and is now doing the same on the European stage. Ermedin Demirovic makes VfB Stuttgart history after Leeds United transfer links Leeds could've signed Demirovic for £17million this summer, but he ended up staying at Stuttgart. The 28-year-old striker has now made history for the Bundesliga club in the Champions League against Viking FK. Demirovic became the first player to score a hat-trick for Stuttgart in the Champions League as they beat the Norwegian side 3-1 at home on 9 September. The Bosnia and Herzegovina international did it in 12 minutes during the first half. A Champions League hat-trick Three goals in 12 minutes for Ermedin Demirovic pic.twitter.com/zVmszKC9Sp — Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) September 9, 2026 From an xG of 1.22, Stuttgart's number nine got the three goals, as per Sofascore . A few hours later, the West Yorkshire outfit's supporters saw their team get knocked out of the Carabao Cup after losing 6-3 to Chelsea. Leeds United's January transfer priorities: Three positions Daniel Farke will need to address What Daniel Farke got wrong vs Chelsea Leeds made several changes to their starting lineup against Chelsea, with Farke opting not to play his strongest side. Michael Zetterer started in goal, Daniel James as the right-wing-back, Sean Longstaff in the midfield and Nmecha up top. With fans in LS11 aspiring to go a long way in the domestic cup competitions, the German manager certainly made a mistake with his team selection. Xabi Alonso didn't play his best team either and the West Yorkshire outfit had a decent opportunity to get past the Blues. There are still plenty of frailties in Farke's team, as was evident against Chelsea, and it remains to be seen whether they will be addressed in January.

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'It's huge, huge' - Conor Coady reacts to news he's told on Leeds figure

Daniel Farke has played as big a part as anyone in Leeds United 's recent success story. After guiding the Whites back to the Premier League at the second attempt, the German kept them there last season. Leeds stayed up relatively safe in the end, all things considered, and are not expected to be in a relegation fight this time around. That is credit to Farke and the work he continues to do at Elland Road, helped by the backing of the 49ers Enterprises. A new update emerged on Farke's own future in West Yorkshire earlier this week. And former Liverpool defender Conor Coady believes that is a massive boost for everyone connected to Leeds. What's the latest on Daniel Farke's Leeds future? Farke has been at Leeds for a little over three years now. The 49-year-old's existing contract is due to expire at the end of the current campaign. However, it has been reported this week that Farke is set to sign a new contract with Leeds . Farke kept quiet on talk of a new Leeds deal after Wednesday's 6-3 defeat to Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. But when Coady was told about that news, he did not hold back in how big it is for the Whites. "It's huge, huge," Coady said live on Sky Sports Main Event. "He's not going to give anything away [in interviews] until something's sorted. "So I understand his answer, but it's huge for Leeds because of the job he's done. "He's built into Leeds and changes what he wanted to do last year when it came to going to a back five. "Where he's built the club up now is fully down to him, so it's important they tie him down and help him build the squad." Farke is definitely deserving of the new deal and the hope now is that Leeds continue to push on under the former Norwich City boss. Daniel Farke 'seething' with duo, Chelsea coach 'furious': Three things you may have missed in Leeds vs Chelsea How does Farke's record compare with other Leeds managers? Farke has managed 153 Leeds games in all competitions, winning 76 of those, drawing 44 and losing 33 for a 49.7 per cent win rate. That places him very high on the list of all-time best records among Leeds managers down the years. Gary McAllister (50 per cent) is one of two names above him among those to have been in charge for more than a couple of months. Don Revie is of course at the top of the list with a 53.31 per cent win rate, though Farke is not a long way off that. Twelve months on from the sack looking inevitable, Farke deserves nothing but praise for the way in which he has turned things around.

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Ex-FIFA ref reacts to footage that led to Daniel Farke apology in Leeds defeat to Chelsea

Leeds United 's action-packed Carabao Cup defeat to Chelsea was not without its controversies. The Whites were beaten 6-3 in a third-round thriller at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday to exit the competition. Leeds had led 2-0 thanks to goals either side of half-time from Tarik Muharemovic and Brenden Aaronson . But braces from Cole Palmer and Danny Welbeck , as well as goals from Pedro Neto and Valentin Barco put Chelsea into the next round - Dominic Calvert-Lewin having briefly brought it back to 4-3. Chelsea's first goal was scored by Palmer from the penalty spot, with Dan James judged to have tripped Pep Chavarría. That was one of two incidents for which Leeds boss Daniel Farke said he received an apology from referee Jarred Gillett. What did Daniel Farke say about Leeds controversies vs Chelsea? Farke was seething after the game, and felt Gillett had got the decision wrong to award a spot-kick against James. Speaking to Sky Sports, Farke said: "It wasn’t even a chance for them, then the referee had the idea to give a penalty, so no one in the stadium was asking for it. “None of their players was asking for it, but he spotted a situation where he thought he would give a penalty, and then they scored the goal." Leeds also had a claim for a spot-kick of their own when Pedro Neto hacked down Noah Okafor , though replays did suggest that it took place outside of the box. One "foul" given. The other, not. https://t.co/1hglqdzOV7 pic.twitter.com/3MFiXySUQu — Cluffy (@cluffy84) September 9, 2026 BBC Radio Leeds commentator Adam Pope reported that Farke said he had received an apology from Gillett after the game for the lack of consistency on the two incidents. DF says referee apologised for not giving the penalty claim on Okafor after giving a soft pen in favour of Chelsea. #LUFC — Adam Pope (@apopey) September 9, 2026 Ethan Ampadu wows with an 'unbelievable' moment in Leeds United defeat to Chelsea Keith Hackett reacts to incidents in Chelsea vs Leeds Former FIFA referee Keith Hackett felt that Leeds were unfortunate to have a penalty awarded against them after reviewing the footage. He also felt it was a foul on Okafor, but thinks that it should have been a free-kick awarded as opposed to a penalty. Speaking exclusively to MOT Leeds News , Hackett said: "These two clips are not referee Gillett's finest performance. "Football is a contact sport and the penalty kick awarded by the referee was incorrect. The Chelsea player going to ground did so in an exaggerated act of simulation. "When you look at the challenge by the Chelsea player, yes it was certainly a foul and a free kick should have been awarded as the incident outside the penalty area when looking at the video clip at normal speed."

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BBC Radio Leeds commentator wowed by 'Unbelievable' moment he saw from Leeds ace in Chelsea loss

Leeds United were defeated by Chelsea in a nine-goal thriller in the EFL Cup on Wednesday. The Whites had led 2-0 at Elland Road through Tarik Muharemovic and Brenden Aaronson goals either side of half-time at Stamford Bridge. But a wild second half saw the hosts roar back to win 6-3, with Cole Palmer and Danny Welbeck scoring twice, while Pedro Neto and Valentin Barco were also on target. Dominic Calvert-Lewin had netted in the 75th minute to bring it back to 4-3, but Leeds ultimately crashed out of round three in a classic. While there will always be concerns about conceding six goals, there were plenty of positives for Leeds to take from the defeat. And one moment especially from captain Ethan Ampadu caught the eye on BBC Radio Leeds. What did Ethan Ampadu do in Leeds defeat vs Chelsea? Ampadu is just also reliably brilliant for Leeds, and a player who often goes under the radar outside of Elland Road. The former Wales midfielder was back at the home of his former employers, and showed his talent in the build-up to the second goal. Ampadu chased down what looked like a lost cause over on the right flank, and had the composure to find Lukas Nmecha in the area, who consequently picked out Aaronson. The work of Ampadu was appreciated by the visiting supporters, and BBC Radio Leeds co-commentator Jon Newsome was wowed by what he saw. Newsome said: "How well does Ethan Empudu do on that far side. Unbelievable. He picks the pocket, looks like the ball is going to run out of play, and he keeps it in and slides it across that six yard box. He has no right to win that ball back. "Sticks it down the line, a little foot race, puts it across to Nmecha, who flicks it with the outside of his right foot, and opens it up for Brennan Aaronson who comes racing in from the far corner. It's a simple right foot pass into the goal." Rob Green can't believe 'wild' thing he saw Sean Longstaff do in Leeds United vs Chelsea More Chelsea disappointment for Leeds It feels like a bit of a double-edged sword this defeat. On the other hand, Leeds can focus entirely on the Premier League for the next few months, as they won't be back in cup competition until they enter the FA Cup in January. But, it does feel like there was a real opportunity here, especially having led 2-0 before the absolute bedlam that followed. It was especially galling given the Blues defeated Leeds in the FA Cup semi-finals last season. Still, it has been an encouraging start to the campaign by Leeds, and they should still have plenty of confidence moving forward. Onto Newcastle United on Monday.

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Farke 'seething' with duo, Floyd Hasselbaink wowed: Things you may have missed in Leeds vs Chelsea

Daniel Farke was raging with several Leeds United players during their Carabao Cup defeat to Chelsea on Wednesday. The Whites trailed 2-0 heading into the 50th minute, but what was to follow could not have been predicted by many. Xabi Alonso had made four changes at the break, and though Brenden Aaronson 's goal put Leeds into a two-goal lead, his substitutes soon changed the contest. Chelsea ran away as 6-3 victors, with a brace from both Cole Palmer and Danny Welbeck, and goals from Pedro Neto and Valentin Barco. Farke made eight changes to the starting eleven that drew with Brighton last weekend, and it showed in the second 45. The Leeds boss now has plenty of food for thought after a loss that was filled with all the emotions. Chelsea coach was raging at Leeds goal Tarik Muharemovic scored a towering header from a Harry Wilson corner to put Leeds ahead at Stamford Bridge. BBC Sport 's Chelsea reporter Nizaar Kinsella explained how Chelsea's new set-piece coach, Austin MacPhee, was "furious" with the Whites' opening goal. It suggested that the Blues' defence didn't do their job of marking perhaps Leeds' best threat in the air. Farke's team excelled at set pieces last year, while Chelsea suffered from them on a regular basis, which would explain MacPhee's fury. Daniel Farke 'seething' with Leeds duo It wasn't just Chelsea figures who were fuming during the game, as Farke was also left unhappy with several players. As highlighted by The Athletic journalist Beren Cross on X, Farke was visibly "seething" with Jaka Bijol and Muharemovic for a lack of aerial urgency early on. Not seen Farke this animated in a long time. Leeds playing really well, but he knows they need to make more of their dominance. Seething with Bijol and Muharemovic sleeping in their positioning. Bard and Nmecha have frustrated him in moments, too. #lufc — Beren Cross (@BerenCross) September 9, 2026 Debutant Melvin Bard and Lukas Nmecha also left the German head coach frustrated at times in the first 45 minutes. Given Farke's expressions in the first half, the Leeds players may have been in for a tough dressing room talk after the game. Leeds United player ratings vs Chelsea: Michael Zetterer suffers baptism of fire, 7/10 teammate deserved more Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink makes admission on Leeds' starting XI While speaking live on Sky Sports before kick-off, former Leeds and Chelsea striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink shared his thoughts on the Whites' lineup. Hasselbaink said: "I've been very impressed; you can see them growing. They've made eight changes, but it's not a weakened team at all. "[Dan] James has come in, [Brenden] Aaronson has come in. These are players who have been playing for a few years in the Premier League." Hasselbaink spoke about how impressed he was with the Whites after the first 45, and was particularly wowed by Muharemovic's header. There was no bias here from the former hit-man, who loves seeing Leeds do well, and was still full of praise after full time, despite the heavy defeat.

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Daniel Farke gives five-word update after reports of new contract agreement at Leeds

Daniel Farke has spoken out amid reports he has agreed a new contract with Leeds United . The German's current deal expires in June 2027, but talks have apparently been happening to extend that. Farke joined Leeds ahead of the 2023-24 season, losing the play-off final to Southampton in his first Championship campaign. But Leeds went up as champions the following season, and enjoyed a solid return to the Premier League last term. Leeds have taken five points from their opening three Premier League games this term, though exited the EFL Cup in a dramatic 6-3 loss at Chelsea on Wednesday. Speaking with Sky Sports after that defeat, Farke gave a brief update on reports about his new contract. What did Daniel Farke say about his new contract at Leeds United? Leeds played out a classic at Stamford Bridge, and had led 2-0 through goals from Tarik Muharemovic and Brenden Aaronson either side of half-time. But braces for Cole Palmer and Danny Welbeck , as well as goals from Pedro Neto and Valentin Barco stunned Leeds, who had briefly brought it back to 4-3 through Dominic Calvert-Lewin . Prior to the game, it had been reported on the Square Ball Podcast that Farke had agreed a deal in principle to sign a new contract with Leeds . Podcast host Dan Moylan stated that the deal was all but done and some final details were being work through. Farke gave a five-word reply to Sky when asked about a new deal after the Chelsea defeat, merely saying: "No. Nothing to speak off.” Rob Green can't believe 'wild' thing he saw Sean Longstaff do in Leeds United vs Chelsea A just reward for Daniel Farke at Leeds United Despite the success he has enjoyed at Elland Road, Farke has had his detractors at times among the fanbase. But, it feels like a just reward for the progress he has overseen at Leeds since taking over when the 49ers Enterprises acquired the club. Ultimately, Leeds still have to prove they are capable of making progress in the Premier League this season. There were some shrewd signings made in the transfer window, though, and the strength of the squad looks really good right now. On balance, you have to say that Farke deserves a new deal, and it feels now that it is only a matter of time before it is announced.

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Sky Sports commentator can't believe 'Wild' thing he saw Leeds midfielder do vs Chelsea

Sean Longstaff had an important chance to impress in Leeds United 's Carabao Cup defeat to Chelsea on Wednesday. The Whites failed to get a first win at Stamford Bridge since 1999, and fell to the Blues after a 6-3 defeat. Daniel Farke named eight changes from the side that drew 1-1 with Brighton on Saturday, and one of them was the inclusion of Longstaff. The 28-year-old started in the 2-0 Carabao Cup win over Nottingham Forest, grabbing an assist, and always looked likely to start against Xabi Alonso's side. He partnered the trusty Ethan Ampadu in the middle of the park, though Farke may already know who his midfield two is moving forward. Longstaff's performance has sparked conversation, and one moment in particular even left Rob Green amazed. 'Wild' Sean Longstaff moment vs Chelsea that shocked Rob Green Longstaff is most likely going to be a rotational option once more this year, and has only played eight minutes in the Premier League. Ao Tanaka , Ampadu and Anton Stach are all ahead of the former Newcastle man in the pecking order, as the Whites also tried, but failed to land another central defensive midfielder. Longstaff had a good chance to put Leeds 2-0 up before the break, as Dan James' cross found its way to the former's feet, only for him to blaze over from 12 yards out. While speaking live on Sky Sports, Green explained his thoughts on the move and how Longstaff should have hit the target at the very least. The former England goalkeeper said: "He [Longstaff] has to hit the target; I just don't think he thought he was going to get it. I was worried James couldn't get to this touch because it's a heavy one. "Longstaff, I'm going to be kind to him and say I thought Malo Gusto was going to get there first, because it's wild from him." The chance accumulated an expected goal rate of 0.08, so it can be up for debate whether or not he should have scored or not. Leeds United player ratings vs Chelsea: Michael Zetterer suffers baptism of fire, 7/10 teammate deserved more Why Ao Tanaka now has free run at Leeds role Leeds were still looking for a win, despite heavy changes to the starting eleven. Those who came in simply had to stake their claim, but Longstaff has given Farke little reason to consider playing him more in upcoming league action. Tanaka has yet to put a foot wrong this season, and Longstaff's performance will only boost his chances of keeping a spot in the starting eleven. The Japan international wasn't able to nail down a starting spot last term, but he now has a major chance to do so, at least until the winter transfer window. He was lively when he came on and was looking to make an impact.

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MOT View: Debutant suffers baptism of fire, 7/10 teammate deserved more - Leeds player ratings vs Chelsea

Leeds United exited the Carabao Cup after a thrilling match with Chelsea ended in a 6-3 defeat on Wednesday. The Whites travelled to Stamford Bridge in search of a first win away over the Blues since a 2-0 victory all the way back in 1999, but a 6-3 loss means their wait will have to go on. Tarik Muharemovic powered Leeds into an early lead with his first goal for the club, heading home after a wonderful delivery from a Harry Wilson corner. Daniel Farke 's team doubled their lead in the 48th minute after Brenden Aaronson finished off a lovely team move, only for a quick-fire brace from substitute Cole Palmer to get the hosts level before the hour mark. A sweeping finish from Pedro Neto before a smart Danny Welbeck goal gave Chelsea a two-goal advantage, though Dominic Calvert-Lewin brought the score to 4-3 with a goal after coming on from the bench. Chelsea finished the game off after Valentin Barco smashed home another for the hosts, shortly before Welbeck's second of the game in stoppage time sent Leeds packing. Ethan Ampadu was on top form vs Chelsea Ethan Ampadu put in a standard performance against Chelsea, which for his standard, means a good display. His work down the right-hand side was instrumental for Leeds', as his cross found the feet of Lukas Nmecha, who flicked through for Aaronson to score. He didn't stop running all night, and showed once more why he is arguably Leeds' most important player. The Welshman completed 84 per cent of his passes accurately, while four of six attempted long balls were also made. Ampadu made three tackles, four clearances and nine recoveries, and did not deserve to be on the losing team. Michael Zettter suffered baptism of fire vs Chelsea Michael Zetterer started the first 45 minutes of his Leeds career well, before it all went downhill. The German shot-stopper conceded five in the second 45, with a Cole Palmer's second effort in particular one he should have done better with. Danny Welbeck's strike was straight at him, and although it was from close range, he could have done better. Zetterer finished the game with a -2.30 goals prevented statistic, and a poor FotMob score of 4.3, which just highlights how underwhelming his second half display was. He completed 31 of his 40 passes, and though his debut wasn't great, there is promise for him as the back-up goalkeeper. Daniel Farke agrees new Leeds contract in principle as announcement update shared Leeds player ratings vs Chelsea Michael Zetterer - 4 Melvin Bard - 5 Tarik Muharemovic - 7 Jaka Bijol - 6 James Justin - 7 Dan James - 5 Sean Longstaff - 5 Ethan Ampadu - 7 Brenden Aaronson - 7 Harry Wilson - 6 Lukas Nmecha - 7 Substitutes Anton Stach - 6 Ao Tanaka - 5 Gabriel Gudmundsson - 5 Dominic Calvert-Lewin - 7 Noah Okafor - 7

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'Almost there' - Smyth reacts sarcastically to what he read about Leeds v Brentford controversy

Jayden Bogle 's controversy in Leeds United 's draw with Brentford has reared its head again. The Whites played out a 1-1 draw with the Bees at Elland Road on Sunday, 30 August. Leeds trailled to Kevin Schade 's goal four minutes before the break, but earned a point through Dominic Calvert-Lewin 's second-half equalliser. Wing-back Bogle avoided punishment when he stood on the boot of Schade in the 66th minute, shortly before Calvert-Lewin's equaliser. Referee Tony Harrington did not award the spot-kick, and video assistant referee Neil Davies felt it did not reach the threshold for intervention. The Premier League's Key Match Incidents Panel (KMI) has now had its say on the controversial incident. What did the KMI Panel say about Jayden Bogle controversy? The KMI Panel thinks that Schade should been awarded a penalty for the incident involving Bogle and Schade. Indeed, they voted 4:1 in favour of the fact that a foul had been committed by the Leeds defender. However, the panel also voted 3:2 in favour of the fact VAR did not need to get involved and send Harrington to the pitchside monitor. Should Brentford have had a penalty? Jayden Bogle appeared to make contact with Kevin Schade but the referee waved play on! pic.twitter.com/oq1HkhheVF — Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) August 30, 2026 Ultimately, the Panel's findings would do little to change anything away, given the game has long-since passed. But unsurprisingly, it has led to plenty of reaction online, including from Yorkshire Evening Post writer Graham Smyth. All Leeds United fans need to know as Jayden Bogle signs contract extension What did Graham Smyth about Jayden Bogle incident? VAR is hugely divisive among football supporters, especially those who have to deal with it in the Premier week in and week out. It seems like most fans would be happy to see VAR given the red card, and referees allowed to officiate the game themselves. Certainly, Smyth took that view of it, quoting the post of BBC Sport writer Dale Johnson on X to react to what he had read. Smyth posted: "Funny how close they are to realising that VAR is bad and actually human error should probably just be tolerated. So close. Almost there lads." Funny how close they are to realising that VAR is bad and actually human error should probably just be tolerated. So close. Almost there lads. https://t.co/T5xr6Auqud — Graham Smyth (@GrahamSmyth) September 9, 2026 You would not find too many people who disgree with Smyth's assessment. When you see the incident back, it is obvious that the referee has not made a clear and obvious error, and it certainly did not need a panel to tell us that. Did Leeds get a little lucky? Yeah, probably a little bit. If it went the other way, Leeds fans would be calling for a penalty. But football is a game of imperfections, it was never meant to be scrutinised to this intricate level.

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MOT View: Farke fave might be forced to step aside and lose Leeds XI spot to new signing

Melvin Bard could make his first appearance as a Leeds United player when they take on Chelsea in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night. Bard, 25, joined the Whites on loan from OGC Nice on transfer deadline day, with the Yorkshire giants holding the option to make his stay permanent next summer. He started both of Nice's first two Ligue 1 games before making the move to Elland Road, before being an unused substitute in the 1-1 draw away at Brighton on Saturday. Although Gabriel Gudmundsson is expected to remain as Leeds' first-choice left-back this season, there's a lot of anticipation about how Bard will perform when given the chance to impress. His first opportunity to do so is potentially going to be against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the third round of the Carabao Cup this week. But what can Leeds fans expect from the French flyer? Why Melvin Bard might be more than a back-up option Gudmundsson's been a fairly solid left-back for Leeds but he's by no means an undroppable player. If Bard takes his chances against teams like Chelsea, there's every opportunity he could oust the Sweden international and make the full-back spot his own. It won't be simple, but this is a player who's 25, has 168 Ligue 1 appearances to his name, has tasted Champions League and Europa League football and has also been capped by France. He's definitely going to add some competition as a proper left-footed, left-back option. The Frenchman is comfortable going forward with the ball at his feet, can play in a wing-back role and does his defensive duties well. As per stats by Sofascore , Bard ranked joint-10th among defenders in Ligue 1 for tackles completed (52) and joint-ninth for successful dribbles (16) last season. He came in at sixth place among Ligue 1 defenders for interceptions (40), joint-10th for big chances created (5) and joint-11th for accurate crosses (15). Leeds predicted XI vs Chelsea: Melvin Bard gets debut as another new signing on bench in six changes Bard's 25-26 stats compared to Gabriel Gudmundsson Looking at their league stats last season, Bard scored two goals to Gudmundsson's zero despite the Swede (1.10) have a higher xG than his new French teammate (1.07). Bard also supplied one assist, while Gudmundsson didn't provide any, despite an xA of 2.75. Gudmudsson won more tackles per game (2.0) to Bard's 1.8, but Bard was dribbled past fewer times, blocked more shots and made more interceptions on average. Bard probably had a better season, and did so while trying to keep Nice from being relegated to Ligue 2. Both left-backs had relegation battles to contend with and Leeds did actually have it better in the end last term, as Nice only stayed up due to a relegation play-off they won against Saint-Etienne. If Bard impresses against Chelsea, Gudmudsson might find himself needing to step aside and relinquish his stranglehold on that left-back spot. But that might only be a good thing for him and for Leeds, to have two top players competing with one another for a single spot in Daniel Farke 's XI.

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MOT View: Leeds already closer to £12m jackpot after what happened last night

Joel Piroe and West Ham United didn't have the best of starts to the Championship season. Leeds finally sanctioned Piroe's exit from Elland Road towards the end of August, as he moved to the London Stadium on an initial loan. As part of that, there is a conditional obligation to buy involved, based on promotion to the Premier League. Nuno Espirito Santo has rotated Piroe early, but after failing to win any of their three opening games, there were worries. Thankfully, things have changed. West Ham have won their last three, including the 3-2 victory at Bolton on Tuesday which puts them top of the Championship. How much are Leeds due from Joel Piroe? The 49ers and Daniel Farke will be keeping a very close eye on his progress, given the risk they took within this deal. Relegated clubs aren't guaranteed to earn instant promotion back to the Premier League, as Leeds know themselves. It's a tight Championship season already, with no runaway clubs early on. If West Ham are promoted, Leeds would earn up to £12million in total from the deal to sell Piroe . Given they only spent just above £10m to sign him from Swansea, as well as three years of amortisation gone, that's serious profit. Leeds priced Ajax out of summer deal to sign Joel Piroe before West Ham move Could Leeds earn even more from loanees? After permanently getting rid of their deadwood earlier in the summer, late activity was all around loans again. Piroe was joined by Largie Ramazani , Lucas Perri and Willy Gnonto , who all left temporarily with options to buy. Ramazani has an obligation to buy based on appearances at Burnley , which could be worth up to £8.5m. Perri's is worth around £10m at Torino, while Gnonto could bring in £18m if successful at Fiorentina, via the BBC . If all four leave permanently next summer, it could bring in just under £50m for Leeds - that would be sensational business. With Piroe already scoring twice and West Ham sitting top, the first £12m jackpot is looking positive for now. Fans may have complained about the loans as the window closed, but given the business to get rid of big earners before, it still helped the net spend. With the likes of James Trafford and Tarik Muharemovic already shining for the huge money spent to get them, deals like these loans could unlock the next star signings in LS11.

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MOT View: Leeds handed boost vs Chelsea as appointment revealed for Stamford Bridge clash

Leeds United could be set for a boost as they travel to face Chelsea on Wednesday. The third round of the Carabao Cup away at Stamford Bridge awaits for Daniel Farke . It seems clear that there is an ambition to lift silverware at this season, with this being the first chance to do so. The Whites need to continue their positive start to the campaign if they are to keep that chance alive. Going away to Xabi Alonso's side certainly won't be easy after the start to the campaign they've made. Leeds will be hopeful that things go in their favour as the referee appointment could be the omen they needed. Chelsea vs Leeds United officials confirmed After watching the Blues in the opening weeks of the season, the challenge ahead of the LS11 outfit can't be mistaken. They have won three of their first four across all competitions, only losing to Arsenal last time out. Their attention has now been turned to the Carabao Cup having beaten Luton Town 2-0 in the second round. Leeds got one up on Nottingham Forest to book their place at Stamford Bridge. Kick-off against Chelsea is now just hours away, leaving the question to be asked over who will be officiating. It has been confirmed that Jarred Gillett will be the referee in West London. With VAR not in use in this round of the cup, the final decisions will come from the Australian. That appointment may prove to be music to the ears of Leeds based on their record under the official. Supercomputer predicts Chelsea vs Leeds United in Carabao Cup What is Leeds' record under Jarred Gillett The Whites last faced Chelsea at Wembley and fell to a frustrating 1-0 defeat in the FA Cup semi-final. Leeds got the better of the Premier League meetings with a win and a draw. Having seen a win, draw and loss in the past year, it will be interesting to see how this edition plays out. Gillett's presence adds something to the encounter as Leeds have lost just three of 11 games under his guise. That has seen Leeds win three and draw five in a largely positive record with the Australian involved. Farke and Co. could see that as a positive omen as they look to keep their Carabao Cup journey alive.

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Significant Leeds contract now 'agreed in principle', final details being sorted - report

Daniel Farke has reportedly agreed a new contract at Leeds United . The 49-year-old's existing deal is due to expire at the end of this season, having signed a four-year contract back in 2023 when he was appointed by the Yorkshire giants. In his time in charge, Farke has not only won promotion back to the Premier League, but managed to keep Leeds in the top flight for consecutive seasons. Many expect the Whites to easily avoid the drop again this term as they bid to secure a third term in the Premier League under the German boss. Things have started well, too, with Leeds going unbeaten in their first three games against Nottingham Forest, Brentford and Brighton. Next up are back-to-back home games against Newcastle and Crystal Palace before an extended international, in which Farke is expected to pen new terms at Elland Road. What's the latest on Daniel Farke's Leeds contract? According to The Square Ball podcast host Dan Moylan, the deal is all but done for Farke to sign a new contract. "Farke's contract: they're dancing arond this being signed off," said Moylan on The Square Ball podcast. "A new deal has been agreed in principle, apparently, with some final details being worked through. "He's got until the summer, so it seems like there's no massive urgency. He keep kicking the can a little down the road with the international break coming in a couple of weeks." Where Leeds United stand in contract talks as Daniel Farke set for bumper pay rise When will it be announced? With two home games on the horizon, there's every chance that Farke's new deal could be announced before one of them. It would give the home crowd the chance to get behind their manager in the flesh and show their support for him and his new deal. There's also the chance that the contract has been put on the back-burner for now, with the view to coming back to it during the international break. After Leeds play Palace on 20 September, they won't play again until they travel to Arsenal on 10 October. There's an extended international window this month in order to not have one in October. It's a good time to sort out any final details if anything else crops up but ultimately, it's a case of when and not if Farke's new deal is announced by Leeds.

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MOT View: Farke’s Carabao Cup admission isn't as far-fetched as it sounds

Leeds United boss Daniel Farke should not be ridiculed for his stance on the Carabao Cup. Many teams dismiss the cup competitions and field weakened sides, not bothered about how far they go. However, it seems like the Elland Road manager is going to give it a right go, judging from his latest comments. The German has claimed that his side will attempt to win the competition, which initially may seem ridiculous. However, it is not as far-fetched as it may sound. MOT Leeds News examines why Farke can afford to be so bold about his side's chances. Why is Daniel Farke's Carabao Cup confidence not misplaced? Speaking ahead of the clash with Chelsea on Wednesday, the Whites boss was asked about his view on the competition. He said: “We’ll try to win it. “It’s the quickest way to Europe and to some glory.” He can have confidence as his side reached the FA Cup semi-finals last season before a 1-0 loss to their next opposition in the Carabao Cup. They have also upgraded their squad, especially with James Trafford offering a much better option between the sticks. Nico Elvedi and Tarik Muharemovic offer more strength at the back, while Harry Wilson is a difference-maker in attack, even if he has not shown it yet. Jean-Matteo Bahoya is a bit of an unknown quantity, but his rapid pace should cause problems for rival teams. There is no reason for the LS11 side to fear anyone, so Farke's view is not out of place. Matt Jarvis reveals insight into 'relentless' Daniel Farke mindset as Leeds look ahead to 26-27 There's another reason for Leeds to be bold The Carabao Cup has been won by one of the traditional top six in 12 of the last 13 editions. Newcastle United broke that pattern in 2025, but Liverpool , Manchester United , Manchester City and Chelsea have primarily had a chokehold on the tournament. Leeds' record against those sides is not half-bad. Against the latter, they won 3-1 and drew 2-2 in the Premier League last season, before the FA Cup loss. The Red Devils were no match for Farke's side, with a 1-1 draw at home, and a 2-1 win at Old Trafford. The Citizens edged the Whites in both meetings last season in the league - a 3-2 win in November, before a 1-0 victory in February - but they were very close matches. As for the Reds, the Peacocks secured a 3-3 draw on home soil and a 0-0 draw on the road last time out. The Thorp Arch side will take confidence into any games against those teams in the competition, given that on their day, they can get a result.

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Leeds in talks with important figure over new bumper contract - report

Leeds United could soon tie Daniel Farke down to a new contract. The German manager is in the final year of his deal at the Whites, but the club are hoping to keep him around for longer. In 2023, the 49-year-old head coach signed a four-year contract at the West Yorkshire outfit, tasked with winning Premier League promotion in LS11. Farke has now managed to keep Leeds in the English top flight for a season and he's set to be rewarded at Elland Road. The former Norwich City boss was backed by Paraag Marathe and 49ers Enterprises in the transfer window with some quality signings. With the Peacocks now looking to secure the German manager's long-term future, it will be interesting to see how the situation will progress. Daniel Farke contract latest at Leeds United Farke certainly deserves a new contract at Leeds after building a solid foundation at the club. The Whites will surely be looking to re-establish themselves in the Premier League, and the German manager has shown he has got the experience and tactical nous to take the team forward. According to talkSPORT on 8 September, Farke is set to be rewarded with a bumper pay rise at Elland Road. Talks between the head coach and the West Yorkshire outfit's chiefs are ongoing over a new deal. The German manager is ready to commit his long-term future at the Peacocks after playing an important role in stabilising them. Paraag Marathe says what all Leeds United fans want to hear amid Daniel Farke uncertainty What Elland Road hierarchy will demand of Daniel Farke Marathe and the 49ers have put their money where their mouth is after making several impressive additions to the Leeds squad. Instead of going for quantity, the Whites' recruitment team focused on quality and signed the likes of Harry Wilson, James Trafford and Tarik Muharemovic. The West Yorkshire outfit spent a significant sum to get the new goalkeeper and centre-back and will now surely want to see Farke lead the club to a top-half finish in the Premier League. After reaching the FA Cup semi-finals last season, expectations will also be high for the German manager to compete for domestic silverware in the coming years and potentially end the trophy drought in LS11.

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Radrizzani names mistake he made when selling Leeds to 49ers Enterprises

There were few tears shed by Leeds United supporters when Andrea Radrizzani sold up in July 2023. The Italian initally bought 50 per cent of Leeds in January 2017, before completing a full buy out just a few months later. Radrizzani was the owner when Marcelo Bielsa was hired, and when Leeds returned to the Premier League in July 2020. However, things turned sour after a series of poor decisions, including sacking Bielsa in February 2022 and poor recruitment that following summer. Eventually, Radrizzani concluded a £170million sale to 49ers Enterprises, who had held stakes in the club since 2018. Now, though, Radrizzani has opened up on selling Leeds, claiming he made one mistake when doing so. What mistake does Andrea Radrizzani think he made with Leeds United sale? Radrizzani's decision to sell was exacerbated partly by Leeds' relegation to the Championship in 2023. Had Leeds stayed in the Premier League, it could have cost the 49ers £475m due to an agreement struck with Radrizzani ( BBC Sport ). Since selling to the 49ers Enterprises, Leeds have been on an upward trajectory, returning to the Premier League by winning the Championship in 2024/25. Reflecting on that time period, Radrizzani thinks he sold up for too low of a price and says he was "overwhelmed" by Leeds' relegation. Speaking to SportsPro , Radrizzani said: "Unfortunately, the mistake was to sell too soon. We sold at the lowest. Normally, you don’t sell at the lowest. “I was overwhelmed by the relegation, so it was a great decision for my mental health. Business wise, it was not a great decision because I sold at the lowest and the Championship was the bottom in my journey. “I sold the club at four times enterprise value but I did a lot of investment – I bought the stadium and I invested in the club. It could have been much better if we stayed in the Premier League. But that’s why [football is] like investing in a very risky business, because it’s volatile.” Andrea Radrizzani makes admission about Leeds fans over Marcelo Bielsa sacking Leeds can just keep looking forward now Seeing Radrizzani speak about that period is just a reminder of how good Leeds have it now under the 49ers. Leeds may have initially returned to the Premier League with Radrizzani owning the club, but some of the decisions made after that, especially when it comes to recruitment, were baffling. Nowadays, Leeds are a well-oiled machine, and now it is all about just keep looking forward and keep aiming for new heights. After a busy transfer window, the focus now can be solely on the football and Leeds' attempt to push for the top half and, who knows, even European football.

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Spotted: What Ethan Ampadu did to Georginio Rutter after full-time of Leeds draw v Brighton

Leeds United had more than one reason to really fight against Brighton on Saturday afternoon. After dominating for an hour and missing several huge changes, the Whites were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw. It's a huge leap from the battering they took at the AMEX Stadium last season under Daniel Farke . But now, it feels even more personal. Not only did Georginio Rutter leave Leeds for the Seagulls after failing in the Championship play-off final, but Pascal Struijk made that same move this summer. While meaning nothing before and during the game, they were both spotted around the Leeds squad at the end. Not that Ethan Ampadu cared that much. What did Ethan Ampadu do to Struijk and Rutter? Unseen footage has been shared of the draw by Leeds on YouTube. Walking out to the bench just before kick-off, Struijk shared a smile and some conversation with Jaka Bijol and Sean Longstaff . But, it was after when Farke managed to grab his former defender and Rutter for a conversation and embrace. Seen in the footage, Ampadu kept Struijk's gretting to a simple handshake and move on after the full-time whistle, though it was likely different inside. And while Rutter was embracing Farke, the skipper walked past and stole his hat, leading to a shout and laugh for the attacker to get it back. While part of Elland Road history and favourites when here, it's a completely different story when not in the building to these fans. It appears that Ampadu gets that, too. How Leeds away end reacted to Pascal Struijk's cameo: Three things you may have missed vs Brighton Pascal Struijk gets frosty Leeds reception While positive on the whole, the defender didn't get the biggest applause from those travelling fans. In fact, there were loud boos from large parts of the support. His wife was even spotted on social media, suggesting that it was "embarrassing" for that to have happened. Leeds fans are the most passionate around, and if they feel like a player forced his way out, so to speak, they'll let you know about it. Farke and everyone at Leeds made it clear that Struijk was offered fresh terms, and now he's sitting on the bench at Brighton every week, it's not looking great. The Whites are laughing, though. Banking up to £20million for a player who wanted out and replacing him with Tarik Muharemovic, who looks like a genuine star, is incredible business. Add Nico Elvedi and James Trafford to that, and this back six has upgraded Leeds dramatically.

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What Daniel Farke said when asked about Jean-Matteo Bahoya debut for Leeds v Chelsea

Leeds United fans are itching to see Jean-Matteo Bahoya in action. Signed on an initial loan with an obligation to buy from Frankfurt on deadline day, the French winger made the bench against Brighton . Owner of the fastest-ever record speed in the Bundesliga, hopes are high. While Bahoya and Melvin Bard were in the squad at the AMEX on Saturday, neither made it onto the pitch for their debuts. And now, with the Carabao Cup returning with a trip to Chelsea on Wednesday evening, hopes are high. But what exactly has Farke said about the Stamford Bridge trip? Will Jean-Matteo Bahoya get debut vs Chelsea? He is almost certain to get on the pitch, but a start feels unlikely at this moment in time. Farke is known to have his favourites, and he has rarely ever thrown a new signing straight into his side. Bahoya will be no different. Speaking in his pre-match press conference on Tuesday, the German was quizzed on the new signings. Adam Pope shared his answer via X, writing: "I want to be difficult to predict." DF on selection v Chelsea: “I want to be difficult to predict.” Talks of rotation and chance for potential debuts for Zetterer, Bahoya & Bard. Two more training sessions before he settles on his team. #LUFC — Adam Pope (@apopey) September 8, 2026 That was followed up by Bahoya being named as a possible starter, alongside Michael Zetterer and Melvin Bard. Despite the game being tomorrow night and travel still to take, there are two more training sessions booked in before. They will make all the difference. Jean-Matteo Bahoya fee details broken down after Leeds United deal confirmed Why Bahoya is most likely Leeds signing to get full debut Out of the three, Zetterer and Bard are almost guaranteed to start outside of the winger, if Farke wants rotation. James Trafford has played every minute of the competitive season so far, and is on a good run, but the German may have been promised at least cup minutes to sign. As for Bard, he was somewhat of an emergency signing. Gabriel Gudmundsson started the season injured and only just returned for 90 minutes at Brighton, so there is almost a zero per cent chance he plays at Stamford Bridge. With Joe Rodon injured, Bard may simply have to start on the left. And where better to be thrown into the deep end than the intense rivalry against Chelsea, where he could make a name for himself. Dan James , Brenden Aaronson and Harry Wilson were all bench at Brighton, and will be ahead of Bahoya for a start in London, however. He will almost certainly get on the pitch, but it feels highly unlikely that he starts straight away in this one.

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Early Leeds team news vs Chelsea: Farke reveals 'question mark' over attacker's fitness

Daniel Farke has revealed an issue for Dan James before Leeds United travel to face Chelsea on Wednesday. The Whites are set for their second break from Premier League action in the Carabao Cup. A 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest in the second round booked a place away at Stamford Bridge. Things certainly won't be easy against Xabi Alonso's side after their positive start to the campaign. The LS11 outfit will need everything to go in their favour if they are to get through to the next stage of the cup. It seems as though Leeds are facing a problem in the shape of James ahead of the clash with Chelsea. What has Daniel Farke said about Dan James vs Chelsea? The 28-year-old has had his fair share of injury problems over the past few years. He has missed 17 games for the Whites since the start of 2025, having also missed 10 in 2024. That hasn't helped him pick up any true form at Elland Road as others have moved well ahead of him in the pecking order. The Wales international could be facing the same problem at the start of the new season. Farke has revealed that James noticed an issue away to Brighton and his place in the squad against Chelsea remains up in the air. Speaking in his press conference on Tuesday, he said: "Little question mark on Dan James, he reported during the warm up at Brighton some issues with his back and hamstring. If he comes through the next two sessions, he'll be available." Three Leeds United players who will miss Chelsea showdown in Carabao Cup What other injury issues are Leeds dealing with? It will be a blow to be without the winger in a clash that may have featured some rotation from Farke. He revealed in his press conference that he wants to win the Carabao Cup this season, so it will be interesting to see what team he puts out in West London. It looks as if he'll nearly have his full complement available, with injury issues only surrounding Joe Rodon and James. Summing that up, the German said: "No [fresh issues]. Joe Rodon, obviously, long-term injury out." That will hopefully act as a boost and give Leeds the confidence they need to go and push forward in the cup with the ambition to lift it this season.

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Radrizzani makes new admission about Leeds fans, he learned it after sacking Bielsa

Marcelo Bielsa will forever be a legend among the Leeds United fanbase. It was not just the fact the Argentine great secured Leeds' return to the Premier League in 2020 after a 16-year absence. It was the way Bielsa turned a squad that was middling around in the Championship into a swashbuckling, all-conquering juggernaut in the second tier. Indeed, that translated initially into the Premier League, as Leeds finished ninth in the 2020-21 Covid-affected season. However, former owner Andrea Radrizzani sacked Bielsa in February 2022 after a run of four straight defeats left the Whites hovering above the relegation zone. The Italian, who sold Leeds to 49ers Enterprises in the summer of 2023, has now been reflecting on that decision. Andrea Radrizzani lacked understanding of Leeds fans with Marcelo Bielsa sacking On the one hand, you could argue Radrizzani made the right call as Jesse Marsch kept Leeds above water that season. But that is a very narrow-minded way of assessing the situation. There is nothing to suggest that Bielsa would not have kept Leeds up, and Marsch nor his football ever resonated with Leeds fans like Bielsa did. It was the sort of short-term thinking that would really come to undermine Radrizzani's ownership of Leeds, and fans were more than happy to see him eventually sell up. Speaking to SportsPro , Radrizzani conceded that he misjudged the feeling among the fanbase when it came to their priorities and Bielsa. “I sacked Bielsa in a moment where I thought there was no other way to stay in the Premier League,” Radrizzani said. “But I didn’t think most of the fans would have preferred to be in the Championship with Bielsa rather than me sacking him and stay in the Premier League.” Supercomputer predicts Chelsea vs Leeds United in Carabao Cup Radrizzani still misses the point with Leeds and Bielsa Once again, these comments are not a fair reflection of Leeds supporters. Yes, there probably is a large contingent who would have been happy to take relegation if it meant Bielsa would have stay at Elland Road. But, it misses the point entirely, which is the fact Leeds were not guaranteed to go down if Bielsa stayed. Yes, they were in a rut, but most clubs go through them. Leeds were 16th in the table and still had three months to turn things around under Bielsa. The unceremonious dismissal of a club legend, who helped get Leeds back on an upward trajectory, was a decision from which Radrizzani was never going to recover from.

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Local media say Leeds loanee performed 'miracle' in latest win, he still embarrassed

Lucas Perri is already heavily in the media after leaving Leeds United on loan. Despite being the worst kept secret, the Brazilian eventually joined Torino on loan in Italy. Replaced by James Trafford , Leeds are laughing with their record-signing already on fire at Elland Road. With Michael Zetterer also arriving from Eintracht Frankfurt as number two, there was no room for Perri. After only one year, the goalkeeper could leave permanently should his loan move go successfully. Unfortunately, Leeds fans will know that won't always be the case. Lucas Perri makes a name for himself in Italy already Sometimes, it's a blessing or a curse if your name ends up in the media immediately after arriving at your new club. For Perri, it's a case of both, it seems. The South American has played two games already for the Toro, with differing levels of success. As Toro Italy state on their website, Perri was at fault for Torino's early exit from the Coppa Italia against Monza. In that one, he spilled a simple shot into the net from Dany Mota. Next up, it was Wilfried Gnonto's Fiorentina in Serie A, which thankfully for the keeper, ended in a 2-1 win. The same media outlet revealed that Perri completed two "miracle" saves, but also made yet another high-profile error. Describing his start as Jekyll and Hyde, the goalkeeper will likely need to be more consistent to earn his permanent move. How much Torino can sign Lucas Perri for as Leeds United exit terms in place How much could Leeds earn from Lucas Perri sale? After a good start to the window, getting rid of deadwood permanently, old habits started to reappear in LS11. Leeds loaned out Perri, Gnonto, Joel Piroe and Largie Ramazani , all with options or obligations to buy at the end of them. In Perri's case, late interest from Marseille allowed Leeds to raise the end option at Torino , to more than the initial £9.4million. The consistent embarrassing errors leading to goals won't help after two in as many games, but Perri getting minutes will only help him. After doing the exact same at Leeds, something needs to change if he wants to find a consistent home for many years. For now, he needs to focus on solving those negatives.

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