Calvert-Lewin stars but Botman struggles – player ratings for Leeds v Newcastle

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Calvert-Lewin stars but Botman struggles – player ratings for Leeds v Newcastle

BBC Sport · 3 hours ago

Dominic Calvert-Lewin inspired Leeds United to a 4-1 Premier League win over Newcastle United at Elland Road, scoring and setting up a goal to help move Leeds up to third in the table. The victory was significant not only for the league position it secured but also for the striker's remarkable record against Newcastle, having now scored eight goals against the club, more than against any other opponent.

Leeds dominated throughout, with Ao Tanaka, Noah Okafor and an own-effort involving Jayden Bogle also contributing to the scoreline, while goalkeeper James Trafford made a key save to deny Harvey Barnes. Newcastle struggled defensively, with captain Malick Thiaw and centre-back Sven Botman both rated poorly (3/10) after being repeatedly beaten by Calvert-Lewin, while Lukas Hornicek in goal made several fine saves to prevent an even heavier defeat. Matias Fernandez-Pardo made his full debut for Newcastle following a £51.4m move from Lille, though he had little service to work with.

  • Leeds thrashed Newcastle 4-1, rising to third in the table
  • Dominic Calvert-Lewin scored and assisted, rated 9/10
  • Newcastle's Botman and Thiaw struggled badly at the back

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