“I HAVE NEVER BEEN THIS HUMILIATED” LEEDS BOSS DANIEL FARKE FUMES AFTER SHOCKING 3–0 LOSS TO BRIGHTON

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke could barely contain his anger after his side’s humiliating 3–0 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion, calling it “one of the most embarrassing performances” he has witnessed since taking charge of the club. The German manager’s frustration boiled over in his post-match comments, where he singled out one of his senior players for what he described as an unprofessional and unacceptable performance.

Leeds were outclassed from start to finish by a ruthless Brighton side that took full advantage of the visitors’ defensive frailties. Goals from Danny Welbeck in the 11th minute and a Darwin Gómez brace in the 64th and 70th minutes left Leeds shell-shocked and devoid of any fight. The travelling supporters, who had made the long journey to the South Coast, were left in disbelief as their team crumbled under the pressure.

The player at the centre of the storm was right-back Jayden Bogle, who endured a nightmare afternoon before being substituted in the 77th minute. His defensive errors and positional lapses repeatedly left Leeds exposed, with Brighton targeting his flank throughout the match. The substitution, when it finally came, was met with sarcastic cheers from the away section, a reflection of the frustration that had been building among the fans for most of the game.

Farke’s Fury Boils Over

Speaking after the match, a visibly furious Farke made his feelings clear.

“I have never been this humiliated,” he told reporters. “We looked like a team that had never trained together. Some performances out there were simply not acceptable. It’s not about tactics or systems, it’s about responsibility and pride, and some players showed none of that today.”

Farke’s criticism was particularly pointed toward Bogle’s performance, though he stopped short of naming him directly at first.

“The right-hand side was a disaster,” Farke said. “We gave them space, time and freedom to attack. When you play for Leeds United, that cannot happen. I cannot protect players who perform like that.”

Eventually, he made his stance clear.

“He knows who he is,” Farke added firmly. “If you play like that, you won’t have a future here. I expect discipline, commitment and courage, not fear and laziness. What I saw today was nowhere near the standard of this club.”

A Nightmare on the Right Flank

Bogle’s afternoon could not have gone much worse. He failed to track back for Welbeck’s opening goal, leaving his side exposed. In the second half, his lack of awareness and poor marking allowed Darwin Gómez to score twice in six minutes, completely killing off the contest. His body language, shoulders slumped, hesitant in duels and slow to recover, only added to the frustration of his teammates and manager.

By the time his number appeared on the fourth official’s board in the 77th minute, Farke had seen enough. As Bogle walked off, the Leeds boss avoided eye contact, while several supporters vented their anger from the stands.

Social media reaction was just as fierce.

“He’s finished at Leeds. That was unforgivable,” one fan wrote on X.

“Bogle has been an absolute disaster this season,” another posted. “We can’t keep carrying him.”

Farke Demands Accountability

The defeat leaves Leeds reeling and Farke under pressure to respond. The manager admitted he could no longer rely on reputation or potential when selecting his team.

“You earn your place by performing,” he said. “We have talented players, but talent without work ethic means nothing. If I see that kind of effort again, changes will be made, big ones.”

Inside sources suggest Farke’s post-match address to the dressing room was fiery. He reportedly told the players that no one’s place is safe and demanded a reaction in training ahead of their next fixture.

Fans Demand Action

The Leeds supporters who travelled to the Amex made their feelings known loud and clear. Some chanted for Farke to bench the lazy ones, while others simply booed the team off the pitch. The frustration has been brewing for weeks, but this result and the manner of it may have pushed fans over the edge.

“We’ve seen poor performances before, but that was embarrassing,” one fan told local radio. “We deserve players who actually care. If Farke doesn’t drop him next week, fans will lose patience.”

For Bogle, the future looks uncertain. Once seen as a promising addition, his inconsistency and defensive lapses have now put his place in serious doubt. Sources close to the club suggest Farke is considering dropping him from the squad entirely for the next match.

As the final whistle blew and Brighton’s fans celebrated, the Leeds players trudged off in silence. Farke followed, head down but jaw set, a man clearly ready to take drastic measures. His message could not have been clearer, performances like this will not be tolerated.

And for Jayden Bogle, it may have been the day his Leeds United career began to unravel.