Shot-shy Newcastle held to scoreless draw at Leeds

Premier League - Leeds United v Newcastle United - Elland Road, Leeds, Britain - Aug 30, 2025 Leeds United's Lukas Nmecha in action with Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali and Sven Botman Action Images via Reuters/Craig Brough

New striker Nick Woltemade watched from the stands as misfiring Newcastle United were held to a 0-0 Premier League draw at Leeds United on Saturday, with striker Alexander Isak again omitted from the squad as he pursues a move to Liverpool.

With Anthony Gordon suspended after being sent off in Monday's 3-2 defeat by Liverpool, the visitors went with 22-year-old William Osula up front, but he made little impression.

Leeds, who beat Everton 1-0 in their opening game, also struggled to create any noteworthy chances, managing to force one save from Newcastle keeper Nick Pope, and Eddie Howe's side only had two efforts on target.

Howe will be hoping Woltemade can quickly fill the gap left by Isak as his side seek their first league victory of the season after two draws and one defeat.