Leeds United players James Trafford and Jayden Bogle have earned places in the Yorkshire Post's Team of the Week. The selections follow their contributions in United's 1-1 Premier League draw away to Brighton this week, a result that leaves the club ninth in the table with five points from three games.
Leeds, Sheffield Wednesday, and Middlesbrough each provided two players to the regional media outlet's best XI, which was set out in an adventurous 3-4-3 formation. The recognition for Trafford and Bogle comes as Daniel Farke's side prepares for a home match against Newcastle United on September 14th. The team's current form of two draws and a win has them sitting four points behind early leaders Manchester City.
Goalkeeper James Trafford was described as rock-solid between the posts at the Amex Stadium. The Yorkshire Post noted he is United's record signing and made a couple of good early saves to keep his team in the contest. "United's record signing was rock-solid between the posts and made a couple of good early saves at Brighton in particular," the outlet reported of his performance.
Defender Jayden Bogle also received plaudits for getting through a prodigious amount of work on the right flank. His efforts were capped with a goal, providing a important attacking outlet from the back. Leeds have scored three goals and conceded two so far this season, giving them a positive goal difference.
The team featured strong performances from across the region's clubs. For Hull City, defender John Egan was praised for a redoubtable start on his return to the top flight, playing a key role in three clean sheets from three games. Middlesbrough's Neto Borges helped his side to a clean sheet and a win at Queens Park Rangers from a hybrid left-sided centre-back role.
In midfield, Aidan Morris made Kim Hellberg's Middlesbrough side tick in their victory at Loftus Road. Sheffield Wednesday's Yan Valery showed what he brings at Peterborough, scoring a key goal, while Rotherham United's Ewan Otoo was unlucky to be on the losing side at Bristol Rovers despite showing prowess in midfield and defence.
While celebrating individual performances, the club is managing some early-season absences. Key players currently sidelined include Ilia Gruev, Joe Rodon, and Mateo Joseph, whose availability for the upcoming fixtures is being monitored closely. Fans can check the latest squad news on the club's official injuries page.
The team's solid start has been built on defensive resilience, a trait highlighted by the Team of the Week selections. The next challenge is a home game against seventh-placed Newcastle, a match that will test their early-season credentials.
Leeds United's position in the Premier League standings provides the backdrop for these weekly accolades. After three matches, the team has recorded one win and two draws. This unbeaten start is a positive foundation, though the gap to the summit shows the competitive nature of the division. Supporters can follow the evolving standings as the campaign progresses.
The Yorkshire Post's weekly team highlights the best individual performances from the region's clubs. For Leeds, the inclusion of two players reflects a collective effort that has yielded results. The focus now shifts to maintaining those standards when Newcastle visit Elland Road on Monday, September 14th.
