Okafor seals Leeds win but Tottenham complain to Pro Ref over Bogle tackle on Tel
Leeds United secured a victory against Tottenham Hotspur following a tactical shift by manager Daniel Farke at halftime. The match was marked by a controversial tackle on Mathys Tel, leading to complaints from Tottenham to the Professional Game Match Officials Board.
Why it matters
The result impacts the Premier League standings and highlights ongoing debates regarding VAR intervention and officiating consistency in professional football.
Mathys Tel receives medical attention after a tackle by Jayden Bogle which the VAR took several minutes to clear. Mathys Tel receives medical attention after a tackle by Jayden Bogle which the VAR took several minutes to clear. Premier League Okafor seals Leeds win but Tottenham complain to Pro Ref over Bogle tackle on Tel Aaron Bower at Elland Road Sat 7 Nov 2026 14.34 GMT Last modified on Sat 7 Nov 2026 20.44 GMT Share Prefer the Guardian on Google It is almost one year to the day when the Leeds manager, Daniel Farke, produced the tactical overhaul many observers believe saved his job. That day, Farke abandoned his trusted 4-3-3 when Leeds were 2-0 down at Manchester City and although they lost the game, the 3-5-2 he reverted to was the bedrock for the success that followed.
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