Leeds United ratings vs Crystal Palace as Noah Okafor impresses in stalemate | OneFootball

Leeds United were held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace at Elland Road, a flat contest that preserved their unbeaten Premier League start.

A drab first half offered little beyond a few wayward efforts from Ao Tanaka. Leeds Live noted Noah Okafor as the most potent outlet in attack.

Palace thought they had taken the lead when Tyrick Mitchell tucked in a deflected cross on 53 minutes, only for VAR to find Anan Khalaili offside in the build-up.

The decision roused the hosts. Dominic Calvert-Lewin met James Justin's cross but directed it straight at Walter Benitez, then Daichi Kamada headed wide with six minutes remaining, their clearest opening.

Player ratings: James Trafford seven, secure with one smart low save and a clean sheet. Jayden Bogle six, James Justin seven, Nico Elvedi six, Tarik Muharemovic seven, Gabriel Gudmundsson seven. Ethan Ampadu seven, Ao Tanaka six, Anton Stach six. Noah Okafor eight, standout. Dominic Calvert-Lewin seven.

Subs: Brenden Aaronson five, Daniel James five, Lukas Nmecha six, Jean-Matteo Bahoya N/A. Manager Daniel Farke five, control without incision and changes arrived late. The point leaves Leeds fifth heading into the international break.

Source: Leeds Live

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