Stach Gets 7.5, Rodon With 6.5 | Leeds United Players Rated In Tough Loss Vs Sunderland | OneFootball

Leeds United entertained Sunderland at Elland Road earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Whites made a solid start to the game and went into the half-time break with a goalless scoreline.

Habib Diarra scored the opener for the Black Cats from the penalty spot in the 70th minute as Daniel Farke’s men crashed to a tough 1-0 loss in front of their home fans.

Let’s take a look at how each Leeds United player fared during the clash against the Black Cats.

He failed to make a save in the game, but made one important clearance at the back.

CB: Joe Rodon – 6.5/10

Rodon put his foot through the ball when he could and won a couple of aerial duels.

CB: Pascal Struijk – 6.5/10

He made two crucial clearances inside his half and made one good chance going forward.

CB: James Justin – 6.5/10

Justin performed his defensive duties well, but it was not enough tonight.

LEEDS, ENGLAND – MARCH 03: Players of Leeds United form a huddle prior to the Premier League match between Leeds United and Sunderland at Elland Road on March 03, 2026 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

RM: Jayden Bogle – 6/10

He was not shy of having a strike at goal, but failed to impress on the right flank.

CM: Ilia Gruev – 6/10

Gruev struggled to get a foothold in the game but managed to create a good chance in the final third.

CM: Ethan Ampadu – 6.5/10

He caught the eye at times on both halves.

LM: Gabriel Gudmundsson – 6/10

Gudmundsson came back to defend when he could, but offered very little in the final third.

RAM: Anton Stach – 7.5/10

He was a positive influence at both ends of the pitch.

LAM: Brenden Aaronson – 6/10

Aaronson failed to make a difference on the offensive end of the field.

ST: Dominic Calvert-Lewin – 6/10

He was quiet for most of his time on the pitch and never looked like he would score.

Substitutes:

ST: Lukas Nmecha – 6.5/10

He made two inviting chances in the final third.

LW: Wilfried Gnonto – 6/10

His impact on the game was minimal.