Leeds United continued their strong start to the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League (FPL) season by securing a late draw against Brentford in Gameweek 2. This result keeps Leeds unbeaten across all competitions, showcasing their resilience and determination on the pitch.
In this match, Tarik Muharemović emerged as a standout performer, leading all players with 19 defensive contributions, including an impressive 11 clearances. Despite conceding a goal and not securing a clean sheet, the Bosnian defender's efforts earned him four points in FPL, making him a valuable asset for managers looking for budget-friendly defenders. Currently, he is owned by only 3.3 percent of FPL teams, indicating that he could be a significant differential option.
Unfortunately for Leeds, Wales international Joe Rodon suffered an injury during the match, which raises questions about the team's defensive lineup moving forward. Nico Elvedi, who made his Premier League debut in this game, recorded six defensive contributions in just 56 minutes and could be a key player to watch in the upcoming fixtures. Additionally, James Justin continued to impress, following up his 10-point haul from Gameweek 1 with another solid performance, contributing one shot and creating a chance.
Another player to highlight from Leeds is Anton Stach, who has been exceptional in the early stages of the season. After scoring 13 points against Nottingham Forest, he added two more points against Brentford, totaling 17 points across two matches. Stach's contributions in defense, including six clearances, four tackles, four recoveries, and two interceptions, position him as the top-scoring player for Leeds in FPL, with a mere 2.8 percent ownership.
Despite not earning defensive contribution points in this match, Ethan Ampadu also had a solid outing, recording 10 contributions overall. His performance indicates that he could play a crucial role in Leeds' defensive setup as they look to secure clean sheets in their upcoming games. With two of their next three matches at Elland Road, Leeds players appear to be promising investments for FPL managers.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin made headlines with his late equalizer, marking his first goal of the season. The striker, who is part of over 27 percent of FPL teams, earned two bonus points for his performance, bringing his total to eight points for the match. Notably, he recorded the highest expected goal involvement (xGI) in the game, demonstrating his offensive threat. Calvert-Lewin's fitness has been a concern in the past, but he played the full 90 minutes, suggesting he is back to full form.
Adding to the excitement, Lukas Nmecha assisted Calvert-Lewin's equalizer, indicating a budding partnership that could benefit Leeds moving forward. FPL managers will be eager to see if Calvert-Lewin can maintain this momentum and surpass his previous season's tally of 14 goals and two assists. With upcoming matches against Brighton, Newcastle, and Crystal Palace, all of which he scored against last season, there is potential for further success.
In other notable performances from Gameweek 2, Rayan Cherki from Manchester City shone with two goals in their 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace, while Erling Haaland netted his first goals of the season, delivering 13 points for his captains. Arsenal and Hull City remain the only teams yet to concede a goal this season, with Riccardo Calafiori and Semi Ajayi leading the defensive points standings.
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