Leeds United emerged victorious with a 2-0 win over Hull City on Saturday, thanks to goals from Mateo Joseph and Joel Piroe. The game was locked in a goalless draw for the first half, but Joseph broke the deadlock after the hour mark and Piroe sealed the deal after coming on as a substitute.
After two disappointing draws in the beginning of the season, Daniel Farke’s team has now secured consecutive wins against Sheffield Wednesday and Hull City. Each player was rated out of 10 by MOT Leeds News.
Goalkeeper Illan Meslier earned a solid 7 for keeping his composure and making crucial saves, while defenders like Pascal Struijk and Junior Firpo also received high ratings for their performances. Young talents like Wilfried Gnonto and Mateo Joseph showed promise, with Joseph impressing with a goal and two assists in his debut matches.
Substitute Joel Piroe made a significant impact by scoring the second goal to secure all three points for Leeds United. Despite some quiet showings from players like Brenden Aaronson, the team’s overall performance was strong, leading to a well-deserved victory.