US EditionEverton Player Ratings as Three Poor in Controversial Leeds Loss - Liverpool Echo
Lukas Nmecha scored the only goal from a penalty awarded after VAR confirmed a handball, securing Leeds United’s Premier League return with a 1-0 victory over Everton.
- Leeds United defeated Everton 1-0 at Elland Road on August 18, 2025, with Lukas Nmecha scoring a late penalty on his debut.
- The penalty resulted from a handball by Everton captain James Tarkowski, a decision that was reviewed and upheld by VAR amid controversy.
- Leeds, newly promoted and having made eight summer signings, dominated the first half with 12 shots while Everton failed to register any.
- Leeds manager Daniel Farke commended Nmecha for staying calm under pressure as he scored the decisive penalty in the 84th minute, just moments after coming off the bench.
- Everton manager David Moyes criticized the refereeing as subpar and admitted that his team's performance fell short of earning a point, emphasizing the need for improvement moving forward.
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Premier League 2025-26: Lukas Nmecha’s penalty helps Leeds United beat Everton
Nmecha, a free transfer ahead of the new campaign, stepped off the bench to emphatically convert from the spot, ensuring Leeds, back in the top flight after a two-year absence, got its season off to the perfect start.
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