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Leeds United Deliver a Statement Win Against Crystal Palace

Elland Road witnessed one of its most uplifting nights of the season as Leeds United swept aside Crystal Palace with a commanding 4–1 victory. It wasn’t just a win — it was a performance full of intent, energy, and tactical clarity, the kind that reminds supporters exactly what this team is capable of when everything clicks.

From the first whistle, Leeds looked sharp. Confident in possession, aggressive in the press, and hungry in the final third, Daniel Farke’s side set the tone early. Palace, heavily rotated after their midweek European commitments, and back to what most would say their first eleven, struggled to match the intensity. Leeds sensed it — and pounced.

Calvert‑Lewin Continues His Hot Streak

Dominic Calvert‑Lewin has been in electric form recently, and last night he delivered again with a superb brace that showcased both his instincts and his physical presence. His first goal came in the 38th minute, reacting quickest after Dean Henderson parried his initial effort. It was a classic striker’s finish — alert, decisive, ruthless.

Just before half‑time, he doubled the lead. Another long throw from Ethan Ampadu caused chaos, Jaka Bijol flicked it on, and Calvert‑Lewin was there to nod home. Two goals, both born from pressure, organisation, and a willingness to exploit Palace’s uncertainty in the box.

With six goals in five games, the striker is enjoying his best run of form in years, and Leeds are reaping the benefits.

Ampadu Leads by Example

If Calvert‑Lewin provided the cutting edge, Ethan Ampadu provided the heartbeat. The captain was everywhere — breaking up play, driving the team forward, and delivering two long throws that directly led to goals. His own strike on the hour mark was fully deserved: a composed finish after Palace failed to clear their lines from a corner.

Ampadu’s leadership has grown week by week, but this was arguably his most complete performance of the season. Calm, commanding, and constantly involved, he set the tone for the entire team.

Stach Caps Off a Dominant Display

As the game moved into stoppage time, Leeds weren’t content to simply see out the win. Anton Stach stepped up with a beautifully struck free‑kick deep into added time, curling the ball into the bottom corner to make it 4–1 and put the perfect finishing touch on a superb team performance.

It was a moment that summed up the night, controlled and full of belief.

Palace’s Late Consolation

Crystal Palace did manage a late penalty through Justin Devenny after Lucas Perri brought down Christantus Uche, but by then the contest was long settled. Leeds had already done the damage, and the Elland Road crowd knew it.

A Turning Point in the Season?

This win lifts Leeds six points clear of the relegation zone and extends their unbeaten run to four matches — a crucial surge at a pivotal moment in the campaign. More importantly, it showed a team playing with cohesion, confidence, and a clear identity.

The long throws, the aggressive pressing, the fluid movement in attack — everything felt purposeful. And with key players hitting form simultaneously, there’s a growing sense that Leeds are building real momentum.

Final Thoughts

Nights like this are why football matters so much in Leeds. The atmosphere, the energy, the unity between players and supporters — it all came together in a performance that felt bigger than just three points.

If Leeds can bottle this intensity and belief, there’s no reason they can’t climb further up the table. For now, though, fans will savour a superb win under the Elland Road lights — one that showcased the very best of what this team can be.