Last week saw Leeds United struggle in front of goal away to Fulham. There were a lot of things said about the attacking options at the club following the defeat in London.
Even Daniel Farke spoke on his players, saying that they ‘did not have the quality’. Over the weekend, it looked like the whole Leeds team found their shooting boots. The Whites recorded a shock 3-1 victory over Wolves at the Molineux.
It was a perfect weekend for the fans as the club finally scored from open play, and won their first away game of the season.
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Leeds United youngster enters history books
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Amidst the discussion over the attackers in the squad, many Leeds fans suggested that Harry Gray was the solution. The teenager’s start to the season had earned a lot of plaudits around the club, with many feeling like he was ready. A hat-trick in the National League Cup against Scunthorpe United only made the noise around the striker louder.
On Saturday, Harry Gray was named in the squad to face Wolves as he was named on the bench. He failed to come on the pitch to play the game, but he made history.
Harry Gray is the fifth-youngest player (16 years, 347 days) to appear in a top-flight matchday squad for Leeds. The youngest are Archie Gray (15 years, 281 days), Aaron Lennon (16 years, 123 days), James Milner (16 years, 310 days) and Neil Aspin (16 years, 314 days). #lufc https://t.co/eDXpln9T75
— Jonny Cooper (@JRCooper26) September 20, 2025
The 16-year old joined Archie Gray, Aaron Lennon, James Milner and Neil Aspin as some of the youngest players to make a top-flight matchday squad for Leeds United.
Daniel Farke sticking to his ‘plan’ for Harry Gray
At the start of the season when Farke was asked about the plans for Gray, he said that the aim was to develop him away from the pressure of the first team. When asked recently, he stated that the plans had not changed:
”Said everything I have to say about Harry.
”I won’t speak again until we see him on the grass and nothing has changed.”
And in Thursday’s press conference, he reiterated that the most important thing for the youngster is time.
”I gave Harry his debut at 16 but if I would back a manager to be brave enough to play a young player, I would pick me if I’m honest.
”I’ve said everything necessary. He needs first-team training sessions to get used to physicality.
”He needs game-time with the U21s to not lose his confidence. What he needs most is time and peace.”
