Daniel Farke praises ‘outstanding’ Dominic Calvert-Lewin after Leeds win

Leeds United claimed a first away win in the Premier League this weekend as the Whites march on in their bid to secure survival.

Leeds needed the three points and secured them with a top performance against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The West Yorkshire outfit went behind early, but striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin pulled Daniel Farke’s side back into the tie with a lovely looping header.

The 28-year-old striker then won the free-kick, which Anton Stach converted to give Leeds the lead before Noah Okafor struck to ensure the win for the visitors.

Calvert-Lewin got his first goal for Leeds and enjoyed a fantastic outing. He won seven of his 19 duels and won three fouls.

He played one key pass and completed his one attempted long ball.

Farke was impressed with Calvert-Lewin’s showing as the number nine.

The German tactician said (via the BBC): “We know what Dominic Calvert-Lewin is capable of doing for us. We went for it after that goal.

Farke added (via the BBC): “Dominic is a proven goalscorer, he has the instinct of where he has to be. He is outstanding with his head.

“It was never in doubt. We don’t even have to speak about it. He is a proven player at this level, pretty mature, leads the line and is smart in his tactical behaviour.

“He’s a goal threat up front. It’s just a matter of getting him fit today. An impressive away performance, full compliment to him.”

Leeds’ victory at Molineux underlined just how vital Calvert-Lewin could be in the weeks ahead.

For all of Farke’s tactical tweaks and the energy his side brings, having a reliable focal point up top is the difference-maker in a survival fight.

If the former Everton striker can maintain his fitness and keep delivering displays like this, Leeds suddenly look a far more dangerous prospect.

Goals win games, and Calvert-Lewin’s presence offers Leeds both a cutting edge and a sense of belief. His fitness could be the key that unlocks their route to safety.