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Farke praises Elvedi’s debut in Leeds' 2-0 Carabao Cup win

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Farke praises Elvedi’s debut in Leeds' 2-0 Carabao Cup win

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Daniel Farke commended Nico Elvedi's impressive debut for Leeds United following their 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup. Elvedi, who joined Leeds just days before the match, played a crucial role in the win, which also featured goals from Daniel James and James Justin. Farke highlighted Elvedi’s calmness and quality in possession against a challenging opponent, emphasizing his suitability for the team. Leeds advances to the next round of the tournament, where they will look to build on this momentum.

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•Leeds United defeated Nottingham Forest 2-0 in the Carabao Cup.
•Goals were scored by Daniel James and James Justin.
•Nico Elvedi received praise for his strong debut performance.
•Farke recognized Elvedi's ability to adapt quickly to the team's style.
•Leeds moves on to the next round of the tournament.

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Daniel Farke hailed Nico Elvedi’s “outstanding” Leeds debut after their 2-0 Carabao Cup win over Nottingham Forest.Goals from Daniel James and James Justin secured Leeds’ passage into the next...
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