Leeds United 2-1 West Ham United: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes' post-match review of Leeds United 2-1 West Ham United in the Premier League on Friday, 24 October 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Leeds United pulled off a cracking 2-1 victory over West Ham United at home, a result that might've raised a few eyebrows given their recent form. The Whites had been struggling, with losses in two of their last three matches before this game, but they managed to turn things around with early goals in the 3rd and 15th minutes. This win breaks their mini-slump and propels them up the table, showing they've still got the fight in them. West Ham, on the other hand, continue to struggle, with this loss marking their fourth defeat in five games, and they'll be gutted to have conceded so early and not been able to claw back the lead until the 90th minute.

Brenden Aaronson was the standout for Leeds, bagging one of the goals and proving to be a real thorn in West Ham's side. His performance was crucial in securing the three points, and it's clear he's finding his feet in the Premier League. For West Ham, it's back to the drawing board as they sit near the bottom of the table. They'll need to regroup quickly if they're to avoid being sucked into a relegation battle, but credit to Leeds for capitalising on their early advantage and holding firm.

The stats from this match paint an interesting picture, with West Ham dominating possession at 59% compared to Leeds' 41%. Despite this, Leeds were more effective with their dribbling, achieving a 50% success rate compared to West Ham's 35%. It's a bit of a surprise that Leeds managed to secure the win with less of the ball, but their efficiency in front of goal and on the ball made all the difference. Both teams picked up three yellow cards each, showing it was a feisty affair, but the key takeaway is that Leeds made their chances count when it mattered.

The game's pivotal moments came early on, with Leeds United striking twice in the opening 15 minutes. The first goal came in the 3rd minute, setting the tone for the match and putting West Ham on the back foot from the get-go. Just 12 minutes later, Leeds doubled their lead, and it looked like they were cruising to victory. These early strikes were crucial in determining the outcome, as West Ham struggled to find a way back into the game until the very end.

West Ham's only goal came in the 90th minute, a late consolation that couldn't change the result but showed they never gave up. Despite their efforts, the damage was done early on, and Leeds managed to hold on for the win. This late goal might give West Ham some hope moving forward, but it was too little, too late on this occasion.

Leeds United lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Lucas Perri in goal and a back four of Jayden Bogle, Joe Rodon, Jaka Bijol, and Gabriel Gudmundsson. The midfield trio of Sean Longstaff, Ethan Ampadu, and Ao Tanaka provided the engine room, while Brenden Aaronson, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and Noah Okafor led the attack. The early goals from Aaronson and another attacker showed the effectiveness of this lineup, and the five substitutions made by Leeds suggest they were able to manage the game well and keep fresh legs on the pitch.

West Ham opted for a 3-4-3 formation, with Alphonse Areola between the sticks and a back three of Jean-Clair Todibo, Maximilian Kilman, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka. The wing-backs were Oliver Scarles and El Hadji Malick Diouf, with Tomáš Souček and Andrew Irving in the middle. Up top, Crysencio Summerville, Lucas Paquetá, and Jarrod Bowen were tasked with breaking down the Leeds defence. Despite their efforts, they couldn't find a way through until the very end, and the five substitutions made by West Ham indicate they were trying to change the game's momentum but to no avail.

Brenden Aaronson is Ladbrokes' Man of the Match, and it's easy to see why. He scored one of Leeds United's crucial early goals, which set the tone for the entire match. With two key passes, Aaronson was instrumental in creating opportunities for his team, and his performance was pivotal in securing the three points for Leeds.

Recent Premier League matches:

• Win: 2-1 vs West Ham United (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Burnley (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Tottenham Hotspur (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs AFC Bournemouth (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs Wolverhampton Wanderers (A)

Recent Premier League matches:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Leeds United (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Brentford (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Arsenal (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Everton (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Crystal Palace (H)

Sitting at 14th with 11 points, Leeds will be looking to build on this win when they face Brighton & Hove Albion, who are just above them in 10th with 12 points, on November 01, 2025 at 15:00. This result should give them confidence, and they'll be aiming to continue their upward trajectory in the league.

With only 4 points and languishing in 19th place, West Ham face a tough challenge against Newcastle United, who are in 11th with 12 points, on November 02, 2025 at 14:00. This loss will be a blow, but they'll need to regroup quickly and find a way to turn their fortunes around.

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