Premier League Gameweek 3
Brighton 1 - 1 FT Leeds
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Jayden Bogle 6'
Jayden Bogle (Ao Tanaka) 15'
38' Pascal Groß
HT
49' Maxim De Cuyper
↓ Jayden Bogle ↑Jaka Bijol 61'
↓ Noah Okafor ↑Brenden Aaronson 62'
71' Luka Vuskovic (Maxim De Cuyper)
↓ Ao Tanaka ↑Harry Wilson 73'
↓ Dominic Calvert-Lewin ↑Lukas Nmecha 73'
77' ↓ Maxim De Cuyper ↑Promise David
78' ↓ Ferdi Kadıoğlu ↑Costinha
Harry Wilson 85'
88' Promise David
90'+3 ↓ Olivier Boscagli ↑Pascal Struijk
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Brighton
Goalkeepers
Bart Verbruggen 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Ferdi Kadıoğlu 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Luka Vušković 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Lewis Dunk 
MAGNET
88
Activity
88
Activity
80
Passes
8
Duels
Olivier Boscagli 
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
46%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Pascal Groß 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Yasin Ayari
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Diego Gómez
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
3
Blocks
Malick Yalcouye
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Maxim De Cuyper 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.1
Rating
Forwards
Charalampos Kostoulas
MAGNET
44
Activity
44
Activity
22
Passes
22
Duels
BENCH
Jason Steele 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jaouen Hadjam 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pascal Struijk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Costinha
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
José María Andrés
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matt O'Riley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Oriola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ibrahim Osman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Promise Akinpelu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leeds
Goalkeepers
James Trafford
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
James Justin 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
Nico Elvedi
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
16%
Pass Acc
Tarik Muharemović
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Jayden Bogle
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Ethan Ampadu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ao Tanaka
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.1
Rating
Gabriel Gudmundsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anton Stach
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noah Okafor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Forwards
Dominic Calvert-Lewin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
BENCH
Michael Zetterer
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jaka Bijol
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Melvin Bard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brenden Aaronson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sean Longstaff
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harry Wilson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel James
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean-Mattéo Bahoya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lukas Nmecha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/17/2026 | Leeds | 1 - 0 | Brighton | Premier League | Elland Road |
| 11/01/2025 | Brighton | 3 - 0 | Leeds | Premier League | Amex Stadium |
| 03/11/2023 | Leeds | 2 - 2 | Brighton | Premier League | Elland Road |
| 08/27/2022 | Brighton | 1 - 0 | Leeds | Premier League | The American Express Community Stadium |
| 05/15/2022 | Leeds | 1 - 1 | Brighton | Premier League | Elland Road |
| 11/27/2021 | Brighton | 0 - 0 | Leeds | Premier League | The American Express Community Stadium |
| 05/01/2021 | Brighton | 2 - 0 | Leeds | Premier League | The American Express Community Stadium |
| 01/16/2021 | Leeds | 0 - 1 | Brighton | Premier League | Elland Road |
| 03/18/2017 | Leeds | 2 - 0 | Brighton | Championship | Elland Road |
| 12/09/2016 | Brighton | 2 - 0 | Leeds | Championship | Amex Stadium |
Brighton Win
Leeds Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -5
P: 3 GD: -5
P: 3 GD: -3
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +11
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -9
P: 5 GD: -6
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Brighton
Leeds
Brighton
Leeds
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Amex Stalemate: Bogle's Blitz Met by Vuskovic's Rescue
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 40/100. A fascinating tactical clash saw possession dominance countered by lethal counter-attacks, ultimately ending with honours even.
Early Shock at the Amex
A vibrant atmosphere at the Amex Stadium set the stage for an explosive start. Leeds came out of the gates with clear intent, disrupting the hosts' rhythm. The Intensity of their pressing paid dividends almost immediately. Just 15 minutes in, Ao Tanaka carved open the defence with a precise pass, finding Jayden Bogle, who calmly provided the early opener. Despite going behind, Brighton quickly asserted control over the tempo, monopolising the ball and beginning to dictate the flow. They dominated possession with 67%, trapping the visitors deep in their own half. However, breaking down a resolute defensive block proved difficult, as the away side sat deep and absorbed the relentless waves of early pressure, setting up a fascinating contrast of styles.
The Siege and the Breakthrough
As the second half unfolded, the match morphed into a genuine siege. The Balance of play tilted entirely toward the hosts as they relentlessly probed for an equaliser. A staggering high shot volume defined this phase, with a combined 30 shots attempted across the afternoon. Set-piece pressure also mounted, featuring 12 corners that repeatedly tested the defensive resolve. Leeds remained incredibly dangerous on the break, remarkably generating a higher expected goal tally of 2.66 despite their lack of possession. Yet, the decisive pivot finally arrived in the 71st minute. A well-worked move saw Maxim De Cuyper deliver a crucial ball into the danger zone. Rising highest amidst the chaos was Luka Vuskovic, whose emphatic finish finally shattered the stubborn resistance and sent the home crowd into raptures.
Honours Even on the Coast
The final twenty minutes transformed into a chaotic sprint for three points, with both sides sensing blood. The Stakes felt immense as momentum swung wildly from end to end. The visitors created several golden opportunities on the counter-attack, generating five big chances over the ninety minutes, but their finishing lacked the final lethal touch. Meanwhile, the home side continued to pepper the penalty area, launching 34 crosses in desperate search of a late winner. Ultimately, neither team could land the knockout blow, leaving both managers to reflect on a hard-earned point. For the hosts, a 1-1 draw keeps them ticking along as they look to turn possession into more goals. For the travelling Yorkshiremen, an away point against a possession-heavy side builds character as they navigate the early chapters of this Premier League campaign.
Key Questions
Who scored in the Brighton vs Leeds match?
Jayden Bogle opened the scoring for Leeds in the 15th minute, and Luka Vuskovic equalised for Brighton in the 71st minute.
Who was the standout performer?
Brighton defender Luka Vuskovic earned top honours for his defensive shift and crucial equalising header.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Early Season Momentum on the Line
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 35/100. An early-season encounter that promises tactical intrigue, though it lacks the raw intensity to make it unmissable.
The Setup
The early days of the Premier League campaign bring us to the Amex Stadium, where Brighton host Leeds in a clash of two sides looking to build on perfect opening matches. The home side kicked off their season with a commanding four-goal victory, immediately vaulting them into fourth place and setting a high standard. Leeds, meanwhile, dug deep to secure a hard-fought opening win, sitting comfortably in ninth. A solid Form rating reflects their mutual winning starts, but the low Stakes typical of early September means the pressure is not yet boiling over. While the fixture might lack the headline draw of global Stars, there is plenty of emerging quality to admire on the pitch.
Key Battle
Without a singular individual duel dominating the narrative, this match will be decided by a classic clash of units: Brighton's fluid, high-possession attacking midfield against a rigid Leeds defensive block. The strong Balance rating suggests the visitors are well-equipped to make this a competitive contest. Leeds will look to disrupt the home side's passing lanes, forcing them into wide, less dangerous areas. If the home midfield cannot find the incisive pass, frustration could mount.
Our Prediction
We back Brighton to secure a narrow 2-1 victory. Leeds will be stubborn, sitting deep and looking to absorb pressure during the opening exchanges. However, the relentless attacking rhythm and superior tactical execution of the home side should eventually crack the visitors' resistance late in the second half.