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Leeds ease past Newcastle to climb to third in league
On Monday, Leeds United secured a comprehensive 4-1 victory over Newcastle United at Elland Road, moving Daniel Farke's side into third place in the English Premier League.
Leeds bullied the visitors physically from the outset, scoring three goals in a 13-minute spell before halftime to seize control while remaining unbeaten this season.
After Ao Tanaka's deflected opener, Dominic Calvert-Lewin scored twice more, with Noah Okafor adding a fourth strike after 59 minutes before Bazoumana Touré scored a late consolation goal.
The result marked Newcastle's first defeat under manager Matthias Jaissle, while Farke's side offers evidence that a European push remains a realistic ambition this season.
Sitting inside the Champions League places with two wins and two draws from four games, Leeds appears well-positioned, while Newcastle must regroup after defensive lapses at Elland Road.
Leeds United, who are unbeaten in the English Premier League, have secured their second win. Daniel Farke's side defeated Newcastle United 4-1 (3-0) at home on Monday to move up to third place in the table.