Wolves vs Leeds United Player Ratings: Anton Stach 9/10 Rated as Leeds Stun Wolves in 3-1 Away Victory

What we expected was a tight affair going into the game, but Leeds United had other ideas. They produced a clinical first-half blitz to secure a 3-1 victory over a wasteful Wolverhampton Wanderers. This was a classic smash-and-grab performance. Wolves started brightly. Ladislav Krejci's early goal felt like the start of a comfortable home win. The crowd was buzzing. And everything seemed to be going to plan for the hosts.

But then, the game completely flipped. Leeds United roared back with three unanswered goals before the break. A powerful header from Dominic Calvert-Lewin, a truly spectacular free-kick from Anton Stach, and a cool finish from Noah Okafor left Wolves stunned. The second half saw the home side throw everything forward, but they just couldn't find a way past an inspired Karl Darlow in the Leeds goal. This match will be remembered for Leeds' first-half ruthlessness and Wolves' shocking profligacy. Here are the Wolves vs Leeds United player ratings.

Wolves Player Ratings vs Leeds United

Here are the Wolves player ratings vs Leeds United.

Goalkeeper

José Sá - 4.5: A really tough day at the office for the Wolves keeper. He only made a single save all game. He looked exposed and helpless for all three goals. While the defense in front of him collapsed, you expect your keeper to pull off a big save at some point. It just never came from him today. What stood out to us was his distribution wasn't at its usual standard either.

Defenders

Emmanuel Agbadou - 5.0: The stats show a high number of duels won, but don't let that fool you. He was directly at fault for a goal with a glaring error. He also made another mistake that led to a shot. From our perspective, those moments are what define a defender's game. He looked shaky and was a source of weakness in that first-half collapse. A performance he will want to forget quickly.

Yerson Mosquera - 5.5: He had a couple of headed chances from set-pieces, which he couldn't convert. Defensively, he struggled to cope with the movement of Leeds' attackers. He was often caught out of position. He eventually had to be substituted due to an injury. It just wasn't his day.

Toti - 6.0: The captain tried to hold things together, but it was a thankless task. He was calm on the ball with a high pass completion rate. However, he was part of a backline that was torn apart in a 15-minute spell. He showed some fight but ultimately couldn't stem the tide. A difficult day to wear the armband.

Midfielders

João Gomes - 6.0: He covered a lot of ground and put in some tackles as always. However, his influence on the game was minimal. He was bypassed too easily for the Leeds goals. He worked hard to get back, but the damage was already done. We noticed he was trying to drive the team forward but lacked the final product.

Ladislav Krejci - 7.0: The one bright spark in a dark performance for Wolves. He took his goal very well early on. He continued to battle in midfield, putting in tackles and trying to create. Unfortunately, his good work was undone by the chaos around him. He can hold his head high despite the result.

Jackson Tchatchoua - 6.5: A decent outlet on the flank for Wolves. He provided some good crosses and created a couple of chances. He won most of his duels and put in a real shift. What stood out was his willingness to keep running at the Leeds defence. One of the few who looked like making something happen.

Rodrigo Gomes - 5.0: He barely made an impact on the game. He was on the pitch for the first half where Wolves collapsed. He was hooked at half-time, which tells you everything you need to know about his performance. He was a passenger for large parts of it.

Forwards

Tolu Arokodare - 4.5: What a frustrating performance to watch. He had several golden opportunities, especially headers, and failed to convert any of them. His finishing was incredibly wasteful. On another day he could have had a hat-trick. From our perspective, his inability to finish cost his team dearly. He just wasn't sharp enough.

Jean-Ricner Bellegarde - 5.0: Another player who was completely anonymous. He was brought off at halftime after offering next to nothing. He lost most of his duels and was dispossessed multiple times. You expect your attackers to provide a spark, but he was completely extinguished.

Fer López - 6.0: A really mixed bag of a half from the youngster. He provided a lovely assist for the opening goal. But then he picked up a needless yellow card. He was then substituted at the break as part of a tactical overhaul. A flash of brilliance followed by a lack of discipline.

Substitutes

Hugo Bueno - 6.5: Came on and provided some much-needed energy and quality from the left. Delivered some dangerous crosses.

Jørgen Strand Larsen - 5.5: Missed a decent headed chance and didn't really impose himself on the game.

Marshall Munetsi - 6.0: Had a couple of shots saved but couldn't provide the goal Wolves needed to get back into it.

Jhon Arias - N/A: Came on late but provided an assist for a shot that was saved.

André - N/A: Not on long enough to make a significant impact.

Manager

V. de Oliveira Lopes Pereira - 5.0: His team started well but then completely fell apart. The triple substitution at halftime showed he knew he got it wrong. But his side's inability to finish their chances in the second half is a major concern. A very poor result at home.

Leeds United Player Ratings vs Wolves

Here are the Leeds United player ratings vs Wolves.

Goalkeeper

Karl Darlow - 8.5: An absolutely outstanding performance. He made five saves, four of which were from inside the box. He was commanding and assured. In the second half, when Wolves were piling on the pressure, he stood tall and repelled everything. A truly match-winning display from the Leeds number one. He was the difference between a win and a potential draw.

Defenders

Jayden Bogle - 5.0: He struggled defensively and was booked for a clumsy foul. He was caught out of position a few times. His day ended early due to an injury. Not a performance he'll remember fondly. He was the weak link in an otherwise solid backline.

Gabriel Gudmundsson - 7.0: A very solid and reliable performance. He made eight clearances and was strong in his duels. He didn't offer too much going forward but he didn't need to. His job was to defend, and he did it very well. A quietly effective game.

Pascal Struijk - 7.5: A rock at the back for Leeds. He made a massive nine clearances and three blocked shots. He put his body on the line time and time again. He was a dominant presence who marshalled the defence superbly. A real warrior's performance.

Joe Rodon - 7.0: Another strong performer in the Leeds defence. He won his aerial battles and made eight clearances. He formed a great partnership with Struijk. They gave the Wolves attackers very little to work with. He was composed and focused throughout.

Midfielders

Ethan Ampadu - 8.0: A true captain's display. He was everywhere in midfield. He won eight duels and made four tackles. His passing was crisp and intelligent. He led by example and drove his team forward. A fantastic all-round performance.

Sean Longstaff - 7.5: The engine in the Leeds midfield. He was tenacious and disruptive. He won a remarkable number of tackles and duels. He did the dirty work that allowed others to shine. An unsung hero in this victory.

Anton Stach - 9.0: Man of the Match, without a doubt. He scored a sensational free-kick that changed the game. He then provided a clever assist for the third goal. Everything good that Leeds did went through him. His quality on the ball was sublime. A masterclass performance in the Premier League.

Forwards

Dominic Calvert-Lewin - 8.0: He led the line brilliantly. He scored the crucial equalising goal with a powerful header. He was a constant nuisance for the Wolves defenders. His hold-up play was excellent, and he won numerous fouls for his team. A vintage centre-forward performance.

Brenden Aaronson - 6.5: He worked tirelessly for the team, pressing from the front. He didn't have many standout moments on the ball. But his off-the-ball work was vital. He helped set the tone for Leeds' aggressive approach. A selfless performance.

Noah Okafor - 7.5: He was a livewire throughout his time on the pitch. His pace and dribbling caused all sorts of problems. He took his goal with great composure. He was a constant threat and a key part of the first-half demolition. A very exciting player to watch.

Substitutes

Jack Harrison - 6.0: Came on to provide fresh legs and help see out the game.

Ao Tanaka - N/A: Brought on late to shore up the midfield.

James Justin - N/A: Replaced the injured Bogle and did his job.

Lukas Nmecha - N/A: A late cameo.

Ilia Gruev - N/A: A late cameo.

Manager

D. Farke - 8.5: His game plan was executed to perfection. After going a goal down, his team responded magnificently. The tactics were spot on, exploiting Wolves' defensive frailties. He managed the second half expertly, ensuring his team remained compact and saw out the win. A brilliant away day for the German manager.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match is Anton Stach