Isaac Johnson

Leeds United defeated Nottingham Forest 2-0 at the City Ground to progress in the League Cup, earning a second win over Forest in four days. Daniel James scored after an injury-hit previous season, while an own goal attributed in reality to James Justin provided the other goal. Manager Daniel Farke praised the team's dominant performance, Nico Elvedi's defensive display and James's contribution. Farke also said Leeds must improve its squad, particularly by adding experienced centre-backs and wingers, while hoping injured players return and remaining mindful of the club's limited resources.

Leeds United defeated Nottingham Forest 2-0 in the League Cup second round, securing Daniel Farke's second cup win as manager and a second victory over Forest within a few days. Daniel James opened the scoring after an assist from Sean Longstaff, while an own goal credited to Neco Williams completed the result. James and Nico Elvedi were Leeds' standout performers, both receiving 9/10, while Joe Rodon and goalkeeper James Trafford also earned strong marks. The report praised Leeds' defensive resilience and Farke's setup, though it criticized first-half missed chances and loose passing from several players.

Leeds United defeated Nottingham Forest 2-0 at the City Ground to advance to the next round of the Carabao Cup. Daniel James opened the scoring early in the second half after a Forest error, and James Justin added a second in the 74th minute during a crowded goalmouth scramble. Goalkeeper Carl Trafford made several important saves, while Daniel James and Nico Elvedi were singled out as standout performers. Daniel Farke recorded his second League Cup victory as Leeds manager.

Leeds United co-owner and San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York was arrested in East Palestine, Ohio, and pleaded no contest to disorderly conduct and possession of criminal tools. He served two concurrent days in jail and was fined $150 and $1,000 respectively. The original suspicion of engaging in prostitution was amended to disorderly conduct. The 49ers said the legal matter had been resolved and declined to comment, while Leeds United directed inquiries to that statement.

Ethan Ampadu praised Anton Stach as an important and well-liked presence in the Leeds United dressing room, highlighting his humorous social-media and YouTube content as well as his authenticity. Stach’s decisive free-kick secured Leeds’ first top-flight win at Nottingham’s City Ground since the 1971/72 season and gave the club maximum points at the start of the season. Ampadu also stressed that Stach’s set-piece quality could prove crucial in the closely fought matches expected in the Premier League, despite the midfielder still regaining full fitness after an ankle injury.