Dominic Calvert-Lewin continued his remarkable scoring streak with a clinical double, propelling Leeds United to a commanding 4-1 Premier League victory over a rotated Crystal Palace side at Elland Road on Saturday 20 December 2025.
Calvert-Lewin's Scoring Surge Continues
The in-form striker was the architect of the home side's dominance, netting twice in the first half to set Leeds on their way. His opener came after Ethan Ampadu's long throw caused chaos; Calvert-Lewin's initial shot was saved, but he was quickest to react to the rebound. He then doubled the lead deep into first-half stoppage time, meeting a flick-on from another Ampadu throw with a powerful header.
This performance means the free summer signing has now scored in five consecutive Premier League matches for the first time since October 2020, and registered his first top-flight double since November of that same year. His tally now stands at six goals in his last five league outings.
Leeds Dominate From Start to Finish
Daniel Farke's rejuvenated side controlled proceedings for large periods. After Calvert-Lewin's brace, captain Ethan Ampadu sealed the three points with his first league goal for the club, pouncing on a loose ball from a corner in the 60th minute.
Palace, who had made eleven changes after a midweek European fixture, offered little threat until stoppage time. Substitute Justin Devenny converted a late penalty after a foul by Leeds goalkeeper Lucas Perri. However, the home side had the final say when Anton Stach curled a superb free-kick into the net to restore the three-goal margin.
Implications for the Premier League Table
The comprehensive win provides a significant boost to Leeds United's survival hopes, moving them six points clear of the relegation zone and extending their unbeaten run to four games. For Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace, the heavy defeat highlights the challenges of squad rotation amid a congested fixture schedule.
The match was not without controversy, as Leeds were denied a penalty after a VAR review, while the home fans were left furious by an earlier challenge on Brenden Aaronson that went unpunished. Nonetheless, the result was a fair reflection of Leeds' superiority on the day at a buoyant Elland Road.
