Calvert-Lewin Makes Leeds United History with Five-Game Scoring Run
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Dominic Calvert-Lewin has cemented his place in Leeds United folklore, becoming the first player in over two decades to score in five consecutive Premier League appearances. The 28-year-old striker’s impressive form culminated in a two-goal performance on Saturday, propelling Leeds to a decisive 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Elland Road.
A Historic Streak Rekindled
Calvert-Lewin’s remarkable run began on November 29th at the Etihad Stadium, where he found the back of the net against Manchester city. He followed this up with goals against Chelsea, Liverpool, and Brentford, building momentum before his brace against Palace officially etched his name into the club’s record books. This achievement places him among an elite group of Leeds United forwards.
joining an Exclusive Club
The prolific striker is now just the fourth player in Leeds United history to achieve this feat in the Premier League era, joining the esteemed ranks of Mark Viduka, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, and rod Wallace. Viduka was the last to accomplish the milestone,back in August 2003.
Leeds, England – Dominic Calvert-Lewin, 28, has become the first Leeds United player in 21 years to score in five consecutive Premier League matches. The streak began November 29th with a goal against Manchester City and continued through Chelsea, liverpool, and Brentford, culminating in a two-goal performance against Crystal Palace on Saturday. The 4-1 victory over Palace at Elland Road was decisive, showcasing Calvert-Lewin’s current form.
Calvert-Lewin joins an exclusive club of Leeds United goalscorers: Mark Viduka (2003), Jimmy Floyd hasselbaink (1999), and Rod Wallace (1993). Viduka’s run in 2003 included goals against Fulham, Blackburn Rovers, Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United. Hasselbaink achieved the feat during the 1998/99 season, while Wallace was the first to do so in the Premier league’s early years.
Viduka’s vintage Form
Viduka’s run began with a brace against Fulham at elland Road on April 22, 2003, and continued with successive goals against Blackburn Rovers, Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Newcastle united – a standard of consistency that remained unbroken for over 20 years. Hasselbaink reached the five-game mark during the 1998/99 campaign, while Wallace was the first Leeds player to achieve the feat in the Premier League’s early years, in 1993.
Eyes on the England squad
With confidence surging and history already made, Calvert-Lewin appears poised to continue his exceptional form. He will undoubtedly be aiming to impress England head coach Thomas Tuchel as the national team prepares for next summer’s World Cup in North America. His current trajectory suggests he is a serious contender for a place in the squad.
Calvert-Lewin’s performance has instantly placed him in contention for a spot on the England squad for the upcoming World Cup in North America. Head coach Thomas Tuchel will be closely monitoring his progress.The striker’s consistent goal-scoring ability provides a valuable asset to any team, and his recent form substantially increases his chances of selection. The season continues, and Calvert-Lewin’s future with both Leeds United and the England national team remains shining.
