Lukas Hornicek received a rating of 6 after making several saves that kept Bogle at bay and prevented Calvert‑Lewin from scoring.
Amar Dedic was given a 4; he began the match hampered by a hamstring issue but showed determination as Leeds repeatedly attacked his flank.
Malick Thiaw, who captained the side for the evening, earned a 3. His performance fell short of expectations; he was beaten easily by Calvert‑Lewin for Leeds’ second goal, was left on the ground after the striker struck past him for the third, and failed to block Okafor’s attempt on the fourth.
Sven Botman also earned a 3. Like Thiaw, he struggled to contest Calvert‑Lewin in the air and was beaten comfortably for Leeds’ second goal.
Lewis Hall was awarded a 4. He was dragged out of position during the build‑up to Leeds’ second goal and did not have the influence he had shown after signing his new contract.
Nico Gonzalez received a 5. He was forced off after just 19 minutes when a blow to the head ended his involvement early in the game.
Lewis Miley earned a 4. He offered little resistance to Tanaka’s goal and was overwhelmed by Leeds’ tenacious midfield, leaving him scant time to settle into a passing rhythm.
Jacob Murphy was given a 3. He continued to fill in for the injured Anthony Elanga but lacked the cutting edge to cause Leeds significant problems on the opposite flank.
Yoane Wissa scored a 5. He fashioned Newcastle’s best chance, battled hard and chased down loose balls, although his final effort lacked the desired quality.
Harvey Barnes also received a 5. He has a strong record against Leeds and showed flashes of brilliance when he cut inside the box, only to be denied by Trafford’s intervention.
Matias Fernandez‑Pardo debuted with a 4 after his £51.4 million move from Lille. He had limited impact as Newcastle frequently opted for long balls forward.
Among the substitutes, Sean Steur, who replaced Gonzalez at the 19‑minute mark, earned a 4. He was thrown into a demanding situation, could do little to alter the early deflection, and gave up possession that led to Leeds’ second goal; the 18‑year‑old will take the experience forward.
Bazoumana Toure came on for Murphy at the 58‑minute mark and was awarded a 6. His quick pace pulled a goal back, and his bright cameo pushed him closer to a starting role.
Joe Willock, who entered for Fernandez‑Pardo at the same 58‑minute point, received a 5. He produced a decent chance from a tight angle that struck the side‑netting.
Tino Livramento replaced Dedic at the 58‑minute mark and earned a 6. Another measure of composure after returning from injury, he set up Toure’s consolation goal.
Aladji Bamba came on for Miley at the 79‑minute mark and was given a 5. His appearance marked a rare sighting since his summer transfer from Monaco.
The unused substitutes were Pope, Schar, Ramsey and M. Miley.
Sincity Press Staff
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