Leeds United

Whether you were at the game or following from elsewhere, we want to know what you learned.

What did you make of Leeds' display?

Championship side Sheffield Wednesday name a youthful line up as Cole McGhee and George Brown are handed debuts.

Sixteen-year-old Will Grainger is on the bench.

Sheffield Wednesday XI: Horvarth, Siqueira, McGhee, Weaver, Otegbayo, Johnson, Fusire, Shipston, Thornton, J Lowe, Brown

Subs: Stretch, Palmer, Emery, Evers, Bannan, Grainger, McNeill, Ugbo

Leeds make nine changes from the side that lost 5-0 to Arsenal at the weekend.

Ilia Gruev and Joel Piroe are the only two to retain their place in the 11.

Leeds XI: Darlow, Longstaff, Piroe, Aaronson, Nmecha, Bijol, Okafor, Harrison, Bornauw, Byram, Gruev.

Subs: Perri, Bogle, Gudmundsson, Rodon, James, Calvert-Lewin, Stach, Gnonto, Gray.

There are five games involving Premier League sides in the Carabao Cup second round on Tuesday and BBC Sport will bring you every moment.

• Wolves v West Ham (19:30)

• Burnley v Derby County

• Sunderland v Huddersfield Town

• Bournemouth v Brentford - listen on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra 3

• Sheffield Wednesday v Leeds United (20:00) - listen on BBC Radio 5 Live

Kick-off times 19:45 BST unless stated

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Adonis Storr
Fan writer

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When Largie Ramazani came on for Wilfried Gnonto in the 81st minute against Bristol City in April, that game was over as a contest, but no-one told Largie.

Within a minute, he had the ball in the Robins' net and was spinning upside down in the air.

The Belgian's 94th-minute second, and Leeds' fourth, was the cherry on top of the best home campaign in Championship history - 58 points from a possible 69, with only one loss and a goal difference of plus 49.

Ramazani's goals and his unforgettable celebrations - interviewing his team-mates and dancing in sunglasses - ensured he has burned his image into the memories of Leeds fans.

The winger has the quality needed to create a moment of magic out of nothing, something Leeds needed badly against Arsenal on Saturday.

So it is a shame that Ramazani has fallen so far down the pecking order, and Daniel Farke's estimations.

The Belgian is on the verge of a loan to Valencia in the hope of reigniting his career.

In terms of Leeds' Profit and Sustainability Rules, a loan makes sense, and they too will hope he can increase his market price with game time and consistent performances.

If all the add-ons have been met, then Leeds will end up paying over £10m to Almería for Ramazani, and there is a 15% sell-on clause, according to reports., external

After a bright start to Ramazani's Elland Road career that included four goal involvements in six games, he could never regain his place after he sustained an ankle ligament injury in the 14th minute of a 2-1 win over Watford, barely two months into last season.

United have lost game-changers before, like Crysencio Summerville and Georginio Rutter and always found a way to improve.

Leeds must trust Farke's judgement when it comes to Ramazani.

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Leeds United have signed 27-year-old defender James Justin from Championship side Leicester City on a four-year deal.

Justin, who is one game off making 100 appearances in the Premier League, will be the 10th signing for Daniel Farke's side this transfer window.

He's also played on the European and international stage, making his England debut in 2022.

"Obviously to join a club of this size and to have the history it has had, and being back in the Premier League was a massive thing for me, so I'm over the moon to have joined," Justin said.

"Everyone that I've spoken to about the club and the area has had great things to say about it. So I'm excited to join the lads and get to work.

"The stadium has obviously got one of the best atmospheres in world football.

"And it's always a daunting task to come here as an opposing team, but I'm happy to have the fans behind me this time.

"Hopefully I can put on the shirt in front of the fans and show them what I can do, if selected, and hopefully I can train up until then to get myself ready as possible."

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Leeds United boss Daniel Farke says their priority remains "survival in the Premier League," so he won't be taking any risks for the second round of the Carabao Cup against Sheffield Wednesday.

The Whites travel to Hillsborough for a Yorkshire derby on Tuesday and Farke is expected to rotate his squad to give the new additions more game time and rest his core players.

"We want to progress into the next round," he said. "But, it's also fair to say that the priority is definitely also on the Premier League and survival in the Premier League, so we won't do anything stupid.

"We won't risk one player if there is an injury doubt or doubt in terms of load.

"For new signings, this is perhaps also a chance to get used to everything. The clear target is we want to go into the next round, but you can expect a few more rotations than we perhaps normally would do.

"We want to make sure that we, for ourselves, are there with a good performance and also [get a] good result.

"But we are also aware that they are a competitive side."

We asked for your thoughts after Saturday's Premier League game between Arsenal and Leeds.

Here are some of your comments:

Arsenal fans

Mo: It was so entertaining watching Arsenal. Impressive performance and total control of the game. This is a different Arsenal with a superior attack and a very diverse talent. I'd call this a confidence-building game for both our star players and our young talents.

John: A big statement win and goals from everywhere! Last season we would have either won 1-0, or drawn a game like this. I know it's only the second game but I'm very encouraged by what I've seen so far.

Rachel: It feels like a new dawn at the Emirates. The excitement was palpable as Eze strolled nonchalantly into the stadium. Then the match ramped it up another level. I'm so excited for the season.

Leeds fans

Dean: Outclassed in every department. Only two new outfield signings started this game, so it is hardy surprising we didn't compete. Can't understand Farke's thought process regarding this starting line-up. That was a tough watch.

Matthew: I can't think of one Leeds player that met the standard. We were always likely to lose, but to surrender like that and not fight at all was unacceptable. Piroe can't be the answer up front. He neither works hard enough nor is strong enough to battle top-flight defenders. Bijol can play in the next game and hopefully we've got more attacking options - definitely more than one - lined up to come in.

Steven: I was expecting Warnock-ball against one of the best teams in the league but it looks like we went back to Bielsa-ball, which simply didn't work. Let's hope this is a lesson.

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• Arsenal 5-0 Leeds

Alex Howell
Football reporter

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Leeds started their season with a win over Everton and that three points gave their supporters some hope coming to Arsenal.

However, Leeds had lost 10 of their past 12 Premier League away games against the Gunners and they never looked like improving that record in this match.

Arsenal are a completely different prospect from the Everton side they beat last Monday and apart from the header from Pascal Struijk, Daniel Farke's side did not threaten the Gunners.

Leeds were able to give a debut to new £18m striker Noah Okafor and, along with Lukas Nmecha, they will hope that he can get the goals they need to break the trend of the newly promoted sides going straight back down to the Championship.

Their task does not get any easier as they take on Newcastle next and they will have to show more resilience in that match to avoid the chance of a repeat result.

Daniel Farke spoke to BBC Match of the Day after Leeds' defeat against Arsenal: "Short story, Arsenal were on it today, and they were too good for us and we have to accept that they were the better side.

"Long story, yes, we had to suffer in the first 10 minutes of the game. They were flying. First home game off the back of the Man Utd win, the new signing presented before the game. Everyone was in a good mood and they came out flying.

"A bit annoying they scored from the set-piece. If you're 2-0 down they are in the flow and in a good mood it was always difficult in the second half.

"Disappointed with the outcome, but we know these things can happen if you want to play at the top level.

"This is not a season-defining game for us.

"I can't remember many saves by Lucas Perri today. So five shots and five goals. If this comes together, it is a difficult away game."

Did you know?

Leeds United have now lost each of their last six away matches in the Premier League, their longest losing run on the road in the top-flight since a run of nine between October 1992 and February 1993 under Howard Wilkinson.

Listen to Farke's chat with BBC Radio Leeds here

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What did you make of Leeds' display?

Come back to this page on Monday to find a selection of your replies

Mikel Arteta has made two changes from the team that beat Manchester United with Noni Madueke and and Jurrien Timber coming into the starting line up. 15-year-old Max Dowman is on the bench.

Arsenal starting XI: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori, Zubimendi, Rice, Odegaard, Saka, Madueke, Gyokeres

Subs: Arrizabalaga, Mosquera, Martinelli, Kiwior, Trossard, Nwaneri, Merino, Lewis-Skelly, Dowman

Leeds are unchanged from the team that beat Everton in their first Premier League game of the season. They are looking to win their opening two Premier League games in a season for the first time since 2002-03.

Leeds starting XI: Perri, Bogle, Gudmundsson,Struijk, Rodon, James, Piroe, Stach, Tanaka, Gnonto, Gruev

Subs: Darlow, Longstaff, Aaronson, Nmecha, Bijol, Okafor, Harrison, Bornauw, Byram

There are five games in the Premier League on Saturday and BBC Sport will bring you every moment.

• Manchester City v Tottenham (12:30)

• Bournemouth v Wolves

• Brentford v Aston Villa - BBC Radio 5 Live

• Burnley v Sunderland - BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra

• Arsenal v Leeds (17:30) - BBC Radio 5 Live

Kick-off times 15:00 BST unless stated

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I didn't feel Arsenal's performance was there against Manchester United, but at least they found a way to win.

All the talk in this game is going to be about Viktor Gyokeres and whether he can get off the mark. There was such an overreaction after he didn't score against Manchester United last weekend.

He has been written off as a dud in some quarters already! That's the modern game though - you can get written off after your first hour of playing in the Premier League. Not for me though, I think he will come good.

Leeds played with such intensity against Everton, although the penalty they won was slightly harsh.

Will Daniel Farke's side show that same level of bravery at the Emirates? Probably - and, if so, it will cost them.

Sutton's prediction: 4-0

Read the full predictions and have your say here

Jordan Butler
BBC Sport journalist

The only two teams to register 1-0 wins on the opening Premier League weekend meet at the Emirates.

"One nil to the Arsenal" was the chant in the away end at Old Trafford last Sunday. All six of Arsenal's Premier League wins at Manchester United have been by that scoreline, but they were far from their best and allowed 22 shots on their goal – the most they have faced in a Premier League game against United since that famous 8-2 defeat 14 years ago.

Viktor Gyokeres' hotly anticipated debut became a mere footnote in the match - he had 22 touches and lasted an hour before he was withdrawn. He also failed to have a shot for the first time since April 2023, ending a run of 69 consecutive league appearances in which he registered at least one attempt at goal.

Much more will be expected of the 27-year-old Swede in the coming months and he will be required to step things up immediately after Kai Havertz suffered a knee injury this week.

Arsenal drew a whopping 14 matches in last season's top flight – a number only surpassed by Everton with 15 and a total which ultimately cost them the title. Six of those league draws came at home, with points dropped against the likes of Brentford and Crystal Palace. However, they did beat all three newly promoted sides at the Emirates in 2024-25 - and the same will be expected this season.

The Gunners are flat-track bullies when it comes to hosting teams to have come up from the Championship and are unbeaten in 42 such Premier League home matches, winning 37 and drawing five. Avoid defeat on Saturday and they will equal Chelsea's long-standing Premier League record.

Leeds United travel south seeking to win their opening two Premier League fixtures for the first time since 2002-03 under Terry Venables.

Last season, it took until October for one of the promoted trio to register a win. This season – for just the third time – two from three did so on the opening weekend.

Daniel Farke's side became the first Championship title-holders to take maximum points from their opening top-flight game for 17 years on Monday with a narrow victory over Everton.

The Toffees were toothless, but Farke's men deserve credit as they limited their opponents to 14 touches in touches in the box and one shot on target – the fewest allowed by any side in the opening round.

Their defensive mettle will be tested in this weekend and Leeds tend to suffer in the capital - they have endured seven successive top-flight defeats in London since a 2-1 triumph at Brentford in May 2022.

They have also failed to win any of their previous 14 meetings with Arsenal, losing the past six in a row.

Adam Pope
BBC Radio Leeds reporter

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"A stage for consistency" is what Leeds United manager Daniel Farke says he has to provide for new signing Noah Okafor.

The Switzerland international has been lacking that in the past couple of seasons at AC Milan, including a loan spell at Napoli, according to Farke, who was keen to add in his pre-Arsenal news conference how the 25-year-old winger augments his playing staff. "We already have a lot, but if you want to have quality you can't have enough of it," said the German.

There was a definite sense of relief from Farke that Okafor fills the space vacated by last year's loanee left-winger Manor Solomon, who has returned to Tottenham. "We have lost this player in comparison to last season so it fits perfectly with the position right now that Noah plays," said Farke.

Consistency of performance but also of availability was one of the themes leading into the Arsenal game. The loss of captain Ethan Ampadu, for at least three matches, to another knee injury is a concern after he aggressively led United to victory over Everton. However, with seasoned Premier League campaigner Sean Longstaff in the ranks and the already impressive Anton Stach on board, Ampadu's absence is perhaps not the issue it may have been a few months ago.

After a clean sheet against David Moyes' side it would would suggest little or no change against the Gunners to a back four which now has Jaka Bijol available to it after suspension, as well as another debutant in waiting, Sebastiaan Bornauw.

So, the final third is where the consistency issue remains under most scrutiny. Dominic Calvert-Lewin could feature for the first time in a Leeds shirt alongside new boy Okafor. They both have chequered injury histories, as has Monday's match-winner Lukas Nmecha.

Joel Piroe's availabilty has been a constant for the past two seasons but 16-year-old Harry Gray's potential is yet to be realised. So one feels Farke, until the "one or two more signings in the offence" he alluded to materialise, must squeeze the minutes from his three top-of-the-pitch acquisitions.

Farke has the potential to give four debuts in the 17:30 BST kick-off at the Emirates, which will be a test of how well he has integrated nine new signings in all.

With the squad yet to be completed, as the search for another full-back also continues, consistency of performance will be sought, but a versatility may be required from all involved.

Rotation will be key for Farke as he provides the stage for his players, who will "have their exits and their entrances; and one man in his time plays many parts".

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The latest Don't Go To Bed Just Yet is here and Jonny Buchan, Adam Pope and Simon Rix are looking ahead to Leeds' trip to Emirates stadium on Saturday.

With the injury to the Whites captain Ethan Ampadu last weekend, the team discuss who will start in midfield at Arsenal.

They will also be chatting fantasy football and who is making their team.

Listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds