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Player Ratings: Gnonto shines but two Leeds defenders struggle in City draw
We rate every Leeds United player out of 10 from the dramatic 2-2 draw with Manchester City.
Daniel Ogunleye · 8 July 2026 · 5 min read
Photo: Leeds Zone Media
Leeds United secured a hard-fought point against Manchester City at Elland Road, and there were standout performances across the pitch as Daniel Farke's side matched last season's champions for large periods.
Illan Meslier (7): Made a smart low save from Bernardo Silva in the first half and was largely untroubled by City's build-up play, commanding his box well throughout.
Jayden Bogle (6): Solid defensively but caught upfield for City's second goal. Provided the assist for Gnonto's opener with a driven low cross.
Joe Rodon (5): Struggled with Haaland's movement in behind for the opening goal and was booked for a late challenge on Grealish.
Pascal Struijk (7): Composed on the ball and won the majority of his aerial duels against a physical City front line.
Wilfried Gnonto (9): Constant menace down the left, scored a brilliant solo goal and forced two more saves from Ederson. Man of the match.
Ao Tanaka (8): Quiet for long periods before popping up with the most important goal of Leeds' season so far.