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Sports · Soccer · published 2026-08-26 · via The Athletic

James ends 504-day goal drought as Leeds advance in cup

Dan James scored his first goal for Leeds United in 504 days during a 2-0 Carabao Cup win at Nottingham Forest. The Wales international played only 559 league minutes last season due to injuries, and Leeds failed to score in any league match while he was on the pitch. Manager Daniel Farke praised James's fitness and sharpness after a strong pre-season, calling the goal a boost for his confidence.

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This summary is AI-generated and original to Mobble; the linked article is the authoritative source. Original headline: “Dan James struggled with injury and a role for Leeds last season. This was a step forward.” Browse more stories.