Liam Duckstein
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The Leeds United vs Newcastle United player ratings tell the story of a one-sided Premier League clash on 14 September 2026, with the home side running out 4-1 winners. Dominic Calvert-Lewin was the standout performer, earning a match rating of 8.39 after a goal and an assist across 78 minutes on the pitch.
Leeds United vs Newcastle United Player Ratings: Key Takeaways
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin was the best performer of the match, rated 8.39, and also produced a match-high four shots.
- Leeds United’s rated players averaged 6.91, well clear of Newcastle United’s average of 5.96.
- Leeds United had two players rated 8.0 or higher; Newcastle United had none.
- Leeds United had five players rated 7.0 or higher, more than any equivalent group for Newcastle United.
- Newcastle United had ten players rated below 6.0 on the day.
- Amar Dedić was the lowest-rated player on the pitch, on 5.24.
Leeds United vs Newcastle United Player Ratings
| Leeds United | Rating | Newcastle United | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calvert-Lewin | 8.4 | Touré | 7.3 |
| Bogle | 8.0 | Hall | 6.4 |
| Okafor | 7.9 | Wissa | 6.4 |
| Trafford | 7.5 | Botman | 6.3 |
| Muharemovic | 7.3 | Steur | 6.2 |
| Wilson | 6.9 | Willock | 6.1 |
| James | 6.8 | Barnes | 6.0 |
| Tanaka | 6.7 | Fernandez-Pardo | 5.9 |
| Stach | 6.6 | Thiaw | 5.9 |
| Elvedi | 6.6 | Bamba | 5.8 |
| Ampadu | 6.5 | González | 5.8 |
| Nmecha | 6.5 | Livramento | 5.7 |
| Justin | 6.4 | Murphy | 5.5 |
| Bard | 6.4 | Horníček | 5.5 |
| Gudmundsson | 6.3 | Lewis Miley | 5.4 |
| Longstaff | 6.3 | Dedić | 5.2 |
| Aaronson | 6.2 | Schär | – |
| Bijol | – | Ramsey | – |
| Bahoya | – | Mason Miley | – |
| Zetterer | – | Pope | – |
Top 5 Players
Dominic Calvert-Lewin of Leeds United was rated 8.39, the highest mark of the match. The forward scored once and set up another, matching the joint-best tallies for goals and assists on the day, while his four shots were more than any other player managed.
Jayden Bogle earned an 8.01 rating for Leeds United, also finding the net to match the joint-highest goal tally in the match. His three shots on target were the most of anyone on the pitch, and he added four duels won.
Noah Okafor was rated 7.92 after also getting on the scoresheet, sharing the match’s top goal return with two teammates. He also won six duels.
James Trafford, Leeds United’s goalkeeper, was rated 7.47 having made four saves, the most of any player in the match. He also contributed four clearances across a full 90 minutes.
Tarik Muharemovic rounded out the top five with a 7.32 rating, his assist matching the joint-best tally in the match. The defender also created a big chance and made two interceptions, both figures level with the joint-highest totals recorded.
Man of the Match: Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s rating of 8.39 edged out teammate Jayden Bogle’s 8.01 by a narrow margin of 0.38, the smallest gap between the two best performers on the night. Beyond his goal and assist, Calvert-Lewin also won four aerial duels, matching the joint-highest total in the match, and won five duels in total.
Top Attacking Performers
The table below compares the leading attacking performers based on chance creation, dribbling, crossing and shooting metrics.
| Player | Big Chances Created | Successful Dribbles | Successful Crosses | Shots on Target | Key Passes | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bogle (Leeds United) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Stach (Leeds United) | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Barnes (Newcastle United) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Calvert-Lewin (Leeds United) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Touré (Newcastle United) | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
Top Defensive Performers
The table below compares the leading defensive performers based on tackles, clearances, blocks and interceptions.
| Player | Tackles | Clearances | Blocked Shots | Interceptions | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botman (Newcastle United) | 2 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 17 |
| Muharemovic (Leeds United) | 1 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 11 |
| Thiaw (Newcastle United) | 0 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 10 |
| Elvedi (Leeds United) | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Hall (Newcastle United) | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
Who won the most duels?
| Player | Duels Contested | Duels Won % | Duels Won |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hall (Newcastle United) | 15 | 60% | 9 |
| Botman (Newcastle United) | 10 | 70% | 7 |
| Okafor (Leeds United) | 14 | 43% | 6 |
| Muharemovic (Leeds United) | 9 | 67% | 6 |
| Justin (Leeds United) | 8 | 75% | 6 |
Who had the most shots?
| Player | Shots on Target | Shots on Target % | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calvert-Lewin (Leeds United) | 2 | 50% | 4 |
| Bogle (Leeds United) | 3 | 100% | 3 |
| Barnes (Newcastle United) | 2 | 100% | 2 |
| Willock (Newcastle United) | 1 | 50% | 2 |
| Okafor (Leeds United) | 1 | 50% | 2 |
Who completed the most dribbles?
| Player | Dribbles Attempted | Dribble Success % | Successful Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hall (Newcastle United) | 5 | 60% | 3 |
| James (Leeds United) | 4 | 75% | 3 |
| Touré (Newcastle United) | 3 | 67% | 2 |
Who created the most chances?
| Player | Big Chances Created | Key Passes |
|---|---|---|
| Stach (Leeds United) | 0 | 3 |
| Wissa (Newcastle United) | 1 | 2 |
| Justin (Leeds United) | 0 | 2 |
How tips.gg Player Ratings Work
Each player in these Leeds United player ratings and Newcastle United player ratings receives a tips.gg rating on a 1-10 scale, calculated from individual match statistics such as goals, defensive actions and duels won. A mark of around 6.0 represents an average display, while the player with the highest score in the match, Dominic Calvert-Lewin on 8.39, is identified as the best performer of the day.
Leeds United vs Newcastle United Player Ratings FAQ
Who was the best player in the Leeds United vs Newcastle United match?
Dominic Calvert-Lewin was the best performer, rated 8.39 for his goal, assist and match-high four shots as Leeds United won 4-1.
How did Leeds United’s players rate?
Leeds United’s rated players averaged 6.91, with five men rated 7.0 or higher; Dominic Calvert-Lewin was their top performer and Brenden Aaronson their lowest at 6.23.
How did Newcastle United’s players rate?
Newcastle United’s average was 5.96, with no player reaching an 8.0 rating; Bazoumana Touré was their best performer on 7.27.
Who was rated lowest in the match?
Amar Dedić of Newcastle United was the lowest-rated player on the pitch, with a rating of 5.24.
What was the final score between Leeds United and Newcastle United?
Leeds United won 4-1 against Newcastle United in the Premier League on 14 September 2026.