James Trafford starts for Leeds United in 1-1 draw with Manchester United
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:50 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
James Trafford made his first start for Leeds United in a friendly against Manchester United on August 12, 2026, at Croke Park in Dublin. The match ended 1-1, and Leeds lost on penalties. Trafford, named Player of the Match, expressed his enjoyment of the match and his eagerness to contribute to the team's efforts this season. Leeds United’s manager Daniel Farke provided a motivating team talk during halftime to help the squad improve in the second half.
- •Trafford started against Manchester United in Dublin.
- •Leeds drew 1-1 and lost on penalties.
- •He was awarded Player of the Match for his performance.
- •Trafford praised the team's energy and ambitions for the season.
- •Farke emphasized adjustments needed at halftime.
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"James Trafford was handed his first start for Leeds United against Manchester United in Dublin on Wednesday, starting in the Whites' 1-1 draw at Croke Park as his side were eventually beaten on penalt...
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