Dominic Calvert-Lewin Shines Amid Leeds' Tactical Shift Under Daniel Farke
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has emerged as a key figure in Leeds United's recent resurgence, scoring seven goals in six appearances. A potential eighth goal was ruled out for offside against Liverpool. This resurgence coincides with Leeds adopting a 5-3-2 formation under manager Daniel Farke, contributing to a six-game unbeaten run and accumulating 10 points.
Calvert-Lewin played a notable role in a late November match at Manchester City, scoring after coming on as a substitute as Leeds' tactical shift bolstered their performance. The match ended in a 3-2 defeat after Lukas Nmecha equalised for Leeds and Phil Foden scored a stoppage-time winner for City.
Joining Leeds as a free agent in August after leaving Everton, Calvert-Lewin had scored 12 goals in his last three seasons at Goodison Park but struggled with hamstring issues, missing 31 matches over five years. He skipped pre-season training after rejecting Everton's contract extension, taking a break that helped him reset and return with improved fitness and motivation.
There is growing talk of an England recall for Calvert-Lewin, a former England international with 11 caps whose last appearance was in 2021. His form has attracted speculation, including support from Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel. Manager Daniel Farke praises Calvert-Lewin for boosting team morale and notes he is the first Leeds player to score in six consecutive top-flight matches since John McCole in 1959-60.
Leeds' next fixture is against Manchester United at Elland Road on Sunday.
