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Daniel Farke’s switch to a back-three and a tall, shrewd recruitment drive have reshaped Leeds United, turning the defence into a strength and allowing Calvert-Lewin to thrive; eight points from four games and a top-four start mark their best Premier League form since 2001-02, with Elland Road buzzing as they eye European football—though it’s still early days.
Post‑match player ratings for Leeds United vs Newcastle United show a night of uneven performances, with Hornicek pulling off key saves to keep Leeds in the game, several defenders (notably Thiaw and Botman) under pressure, and a string of low scores across the board for both sides, though a handful of substitutes like Bazoumana Toure and Joe Willock provided brief late sparks. Overall the piece highlights a defense‑heavy contest with mixed attacking moments as reflected in the ratings.
Chelsea stormed back from two goals down to beat Leeds United 6-3 in the Carabao Cup, aided by a half-time tactical shift to 3-4-2-1 and goals from Palmer and Welbeck, plus Morgan Rogers’ four assists. The victory boosts optimism around Xabi Alonso but also exposes a growing squad pecking order and questions about relying on a core group as Chelsea balance cup runs with upcoming league fixtures.
Chelsea recovered from a listless first half—trailing 1-0 and then 2-0—by deploying a quadruple substitution at halftime, leading to a 6-3 comeback win over Leeds United in the League Cup. Xabi Alonso praised the second half’s quality and tempo, said he’ll analyse the first-half struggles, and pledged to manage fringe players more effectively to maintain depth as Chelsea progress.
Chelsea staged a dramatic comeback to beat Leeds United 6-3 in the League Cup third round, overturning a deficit with Cole Palmer’s penalty and a second goal, plus goals from Neto, Barco and Welbeck; Rogers provided four assists, Reggie Watson made his senior debut at 16, and Chelsea advance to face Hull City.
Chelsea overturned a 2-0 half-time deficit to beat Leeds United 6-3 in the Carabao Cup, with substitutes Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Pedro Neto turning the game as Welbeck struck twice. Xabi Alonso said he must take responsibility for the poor start and defended his late changes as necessary for the team, highlighting the importance of giving fringe players minutes while pursuing silverware this season.
Chelsea staged a dramatic 6-3 win over Leeds in a high-scoring clash, while Liverpool edged Atlético Madrid 2-1 and PSG hammered Slovan Bratislava 6-1, as a night of chaotic, goal-fest updates unfolded.
Chelsea and Leeds rotated for the League Cup third-round clash at Stamford Bridge, with 16-year-old Reggie Watson among Chelsea’s starting XI as Xabi Alonso fields fresh faces; Leeds name a varied lineup with Zetterer in goal. The match was delayed 15 minutes due to tube delays, and TV/streaming options include Sky Sports Main Event in the UK and Paramount+/Sky Go/Startimes World Football in other regions.
Manchester City have agreed a £125m deal with Chelsea for Enzo Fernandez, a joint-British transfer record, as the transfer window closes at 23:00 BST; Newcastle have also completed the Fernandez-Pardo deal from Lille, and a host of other moves are unfolding across the Premier League including Brughmans to Liverpool, Woltemade on loan to Juventus, Kitching joining Sheffield United on loan, and Beto moving from Everton to Fiorentina, with Harwood-Bellis and Mbaye to Aston Villa and Leeds’ Bahoya set for a loan-to-buy; Palace reportedly eye Malick Fofana as the deadline looms.
Jed York, co-owner of Leeds United and Rangers, pleaded no contest to two prostitution-related charges in Ohio and was sentenced to one day in jail for each count (to run concurrently) with fines totaling $1,150; an expungement request was denied. The case stems from undercover prostitution advertising; York's stake in Rangers/Leeds is via 49ers Enterprises, which also faces NFL policy considerations.
Hull City delivered the weekend's standout result with a win over Manchester United, Leeds United also impressed by beating Nottingham Forest, while Brentford and Brighton enjoyed wins too; however Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, Manchester United and Tottenham were among the weekend's big losers, with Fulham vs Chelsea still to come.
Manchester United edged Leeds United 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Dublin’s Croke Park—the first club football match held there. Joshua Zirkzee scored United’s opener and played a pivotal role, while Leeds equalised through Dan James after Tyler Fletcher’s mistake; James Trafford impressed on his Leeds debut. United rested Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martinez, though Rashford was seen warming up. The shootout winner came from Noussair Mazraoui after Bruno Fernandes missed; United head to Milan next, with Leeds preparing for Augsburg.
Liverpool led 2-0 with Luke Chambers and Florian Wirtz, but Leeds United staged a comeback in Chicago, with Aaronson scoring at 60 minutes and Calvert-Lewin adding two goals (71, 84) plus Longstaff’s 73rd-minute strike to seal a 4-2 preseason win.
Liverpool’s U.S. preseason ends in Chicago with a 4–2 loss to Leeds after a 2–0 halftime lead, as Leeds surge with a four-goal burst including two long-throw finishes credited to Calvert-Lewin. Florian Wirtz thrived in the No. 10 role under new manager Iraola, Trey Nyoni impressed in midfield, while 18-year-old Ifeanyi Ndukwe struggled at center back, spotlighting defensive depth ahead of Monaco and the Newcastle season opener.