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The #LUFC Breakfast Debate (Monday 22nd September)

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  1. ellandback

    ellandback Well-Known Member Forum Moderator

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    Good Morning. It's Monday 22nd September, and here are the latest headlines from Elland Road

    Leeds heap more misery on Wolves after stunning comeback

    Leeds United produced a stunning comeback at Molineux to claim a vital 3-1 victory, securing their second win of the season while plunging Wolverhampton Wanderers deeper into crisis. The hosts initially seemed set to ease their own troubles when Ladislav Krejci’s composed finish gave them an early lead. However, from that point onward, Leeds wrestled control of the half as their attacking unit finally clicked into gear.

    The comeback began just after the half-hour mark when Jayden Bogle delivered a perfect cross for Dominic Calvert-Lewin to guide home a trademark header. Eight minutes later, Anton Stach beautifully smashed home a free kick on the edge of the box after DCLwas bought down.

    The blistering 14-minute spell was capped off by a third summer signing, Noah Okafor, who found the net with a precise angled finish. The goal not only gave the Swiss international a crucial confidence boost but effectively extinguished any hope of a Wolves fightback.

    Despite the humbling defeat at Arsenal, the Whites have looked well-organised defensively and more than capable in midfield. Wolves triple half-time substitution prompted a period of sustained pressure that kept Karl Darlow honest, but they never looked like breaching Leeds last line of defence.

    The home fans’ frustration soon boiled over, with anger directed at owner Fosun and chairman Jeff Shi after a fifth consecutive league defeat. For Leeds, however, this resilient performance and a return of seven points from five challenging games represents a more than acceptable start to their campaign.

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    Okafor's Molineux Moment: A Catalyst to push on

    As one of Leeds United’s marquee summer signings, the weight of expectation on Noah Okafor’s shoulders is immense. Tasked with being a primary source of goals and creativity for the Whites, his early performances before the trip to Molineux showed tantalising glimpses of his potential—elegant touches, powerful surges, and clever link-up play—yet a crucial final product seemed to be the missing cog in the attacking machine. That was, until a decisive moment just before halftimeon Saturday.

    The headline, undoubtedly, is the instinctive goal he scored in the 45th minute. Demonstrating a striker's innate anticipation, Okafor was quick in thought and quicker with his feet to capitalise on the chance, finishing with stunning clinical precision off his weaker left foot. It was precisely the type of high-pressure, far-from-easy opportunity a club-record signing is purchased to convert. The goal was a just reward for an overall performance where, despite not being perfect, he consistently looked the most potent and threatening outlet in a frontline whose output has been rightly questioned.

    His visual reaction—a wave of pure emotion and palpable relief—spoke volumes. It was a moment of personal vindication, reminiscent of a young player scoring their first vital goal, and perhaps a turning point after a challenging period in his career. For Okafor, this strike was more than just a third goal in a comprehensive win; it was a potential catalyst.

    With a point to prove following a tough stint in Serie A, this demonstration of cold-blooded finishing could be the springboard that propels his confidence to the next level, finally unlocking the prolific talent Leeds United invested so heavily in.

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  2. Aski

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    I'm sure that Dan James and Brendan Aaronson may dispute that fact , as well as former players in Rodrigo, Georginio Rutter and even Luis Sinisterra
     
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    Things are looking a bit brighter after that. Still some sloppy stuff and pushing our luck in defending upteen corners and crosses into the box in the second half, but the boys did well in not conceding through all that. Some good learning points for the coaching team.
     
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    PS, is Stach now the dead ball coach?
     
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    Morning all. A thoroughly enjoyable game. Leeds keeping up the levels of effort shown in all games bar one this season and players beginning to gel. Three stunning goals also. Loved Farkes interview when he smiled cheekily and mentioned Europe. Top lad and were lucky to have him
     
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  6. ellandback

    ellandback Well-Known Member Forum Moderator

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    Blimey.....
     
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    ristac Well-Known Member Forum Moderator

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    Morning all

    The win was great for so many reasons, feels good although I do have a stinking cold today
     
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