Leeds United
Meslier: Made a pivotal save to thwart Doak at a crucial moment when Boro had the upper hand at 1-1. 8
Byram: Provided solid support alongside James on the right flank. 7
Rodon: Encountered more challenges in the second half. 6
Struijk: Pushed forward confidently during the first half but faced difficulties afterward. 6.
Wober: Initially positioned on the left. Had a decent night until an unfortunate own goal marred his performance. 6
Tanaka: Displayed moments of composure again and assisted with the third goal late in the match. 7
Rothwell: Orchestrated play well in the first half, but found it more difficult in the latter period. 6
James: Celebrating his hundredth appearance in Leeds colors tonight. The standout player of the evening with a brilliant goal and an assist. 8
Aaronson: A bundle of energy who effectively sealed the victory. 7
Gnonto: Scored the opening goal. Provided a consistent threat to Boro and contributed defensively. 7
Joseph: Back in the starting XI for the first time since November 9. Worked hard but failed to create any opportunities. 6
Substitutes: Piroe (for Gnonto, 69 minutes). Influential with two goal involvements in a smart cameo. 8
Solomon (for Gnonto, 69 minutes) 6.
Ampadu (for Byram, 85 minutes). Made a return.
Guilavogui (for Rothwell, 94 minutes).
Schmidt (for James, 94 minutes).
Unused: Darlow, Bamford, Ramazani, Crew.
Middlesbrough
Dieng: After a lackluster moment against Burnley, endured an even worse instance for the opener. 5
Dijksteel: Did not perform at the level expected following the Burnley match. Received a yellow card. 6
Edmundson: Made several contributions defensively, but faltered leading to the third goal. Received a yellow card. 6
Clarke: Came in for Fry and managed a significant amount of defensive work. 6
Borges: Struggled to cope with James early in the match. 5
Barlaser: Started poorly, and Elland Road isn’t the ideal venue for that. Recovered well, and his corner led to Boro’s equalizer. 6
Hackney: Improved significantly after a challenging first half. 7
Doak: Boro’s key player, became more involved in the second half. 6
Azaz: Struggled to enter the game in the first half. Showed slight improvement later, but didn’t reach his full potential. 5
McGree: Replaced Burgzorg. Moved centrally and became more lively in the second half but lost a crucial challenge leading to Leeds’ winner. 6
Latte Lath: With four goals in two games against Leeds last season, expectations were high. Unfortunately, he could not replicate that success. 6
Substitutes: Burgzorg (for McGree, 81 minutes).
Conway (for Azaz, 83 minutes).
Unused: Brynn, Jones, Ayling, Gilbert, Howson, Hamilton, McCormick.
