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Leeds United beat Newcastle to move third in Premier League table

Leeds United defeated Newcastle United 4-1 at Elland Road on Monday to rise to third place in the Premier League.

Calvert-Lewin shows the way as Leeds thrash limp Newcastle and rise to third
File photo Calvert-Lewin shows the way as Leeds thrash limp Newcastle and rise to third Photo: The Guardian

Match result and final score

Leeds secured a convincing victory with four goals against their visitors. Lewis Miley scored an own goal before Jayden Bogle was credited with another strike. Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor added further goals to complete the rout.

Newcastle manager reaction

Matthias Jaissle acknowledged the difficulty of the challenge his team faced on Monday. He noted that Newcastle had ups and downs but admitted the result was tough. The Magpies boss accepted the defeat after a positive start under his leadership.

Leeds table position

The win allows Daniel Farke's side to sit in third place in the standings. Leeds dismantled a Newcastle team that had started brightly under their new manager. This result follows a summer transfer window that seemed like a catalyst for brighter days.

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No differences in figures, names or dates across these reports.

  • The Guardian
  • Dawn

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