Leeds United continued their strong start to the Premier League season with a convincing 4-1 victory over Newcastle United at Elland Road on Tuesday night, moving up to third place in the standings. The win extends Leeds’ unbeaten run as they build momentum early in their second consecutive campaign back in the top flight.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin opened the scoring for Leeds just before halftime, capitalizing on a forward pass from Tarik Muharemovic to beat his marker. The Whites doubled their lead two minutes into the second half through Calvert-Lewin again, who nodded a James Justin cross into the goal via an opposing header. Their dominance was further cemented when Joseph Okafor struck a half-volley in the 59th minute to make it 4-0.

Newcastle managed a late consolation goal during stoppage time as a cross from Tino Livramento was deflected into the path of substitute Bazoumana Toure, who finished confidently. Earlier in the first half, Leeds had taken the lead through an own goal by Lewis Miley following a strike by Ao Tanaka that took multiple deflections before crossing the line.

The match highlighted Leeds’ physicality and tactical discipline, which Newcastle head coach Matthias Jaissle acknowledged as a challenge his young squad struggled to match. Newcastle were further hampered when Nico Gonzalez was forced off early after being struck in the face by the ball. Jaissle admitted the result was a tough lesson and marked his first defeat since taking over the coaching role, having initially impressed after succeeding Eddie Howe.

Leeds manager Daniel Farke praised his team’s performance, emphasizing their energy, quality, and dominance on home soil. After facing doubts earlier this year, Farke’s side have exceeded expectations by climbing the league table, with supporters beginning to entertain the possibility of a European qualification push. The club, however, remains cautious, viewing consolidation in the Premier League as the primary goal for this season.

Leeds set out in a 3-5-2 formation with goalkeeper Trafford starting, while Newcastle lined up in a 4-2-3-1. The attendance at Elland Road was 36,693 as both teams displayed contrasting fortunes on the night.

The final scoreline read Leeds United 4, Newcastle United 1.