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Wales' Daniel James scores goal, tying up game against Norway

3 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Plays 66 minutes in cup James came through his back and hamstring scare to start Wednesday's 6-3 EFL Cup defeat at Chelsea, playing 66 minutes before being withdrawn.

Impact James came through the fitness concern over his back and hamstring sufficiently to start Wednesday's EFL Cup clash against Chelsea after Daniel Farke had said he needed to come through the next two sessions. His night ended after 66 minutes with his team trailing 4-2, and he also conceded a penalty during the match, but his ability to start suggests the earlier fitness concern was not enough to prevent him from featuring. James has played just 22 minutes in league play this season and remains primarily a depth option, making his continued availability useful for adding depth to the squad.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Small question mark, cautiously optimistic James has a small question mark over his back and hamstring, ahead of Wednesday's EFL Cup clash against Chelsea, according to coach Daniel Farke. "A little question mark over Danie...

Impact James was active off the bench in the recent draw with Brentford, generating four shots without placing any on target across 22 minutes of action, and now pushes for a bigger role as Leeds' fixture schedule intensifies. His status for the Chelsea match will depend on how he responds in the coming training sessions.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in draw James generated four shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Brentford.

Impact James came on in the 68th minute and was immediately active, meeting a half-cleared ball on the edge of the penalty area before combining with Lukas Nmecha on a clever one-two that sent him charging deep into Brentford territory, lifting the ball narrowly wide of Caoimhin Kelleher's far post with a deft chip. He registered four shots from 22 minutes of action without placing any on target. James now has four shots in one Premier League substitute appearance this season and will push for a starting role as Leeds' fixture schedule intensifies.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in Sunday's win James had two shots (zero on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Brighton.

Impact James made his second consecutive start Sunday, once again occupying the right side of the midfield. He managed two shots and four crosses on the attack, though he didn't record a shot on target, chance created or an accurate cross. He was subbed off in the 60th minute for Wilfried Gnonto.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench James (groin) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Bournemouth.

Impact James had returned to the team sheet Wednesday after he was involved in training this week, with the attacker fit enough to earn a bench role. This ends his three-match slide due to the groin injury, a boost to depth for the team. With a minimal four starts in 15 appearances this season, he is likely to remain in a bench role.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team, could be back James (groin) returned to team training this week and could be in contention for Wednesday's clash against Bournemouth, according to coach Daniel Farke. "Dan James back in team tra...

Impact James had been absent from training for several weeks with a groin issue, missing Leeds' last three fixtures across all competitions in the process, making his return to the training pitch a welcome development. The winger has not started a Premier League match since Nov. 29, so his immediate role upon return figures to be off the bench rather than straight into the starting lineup, but having him available again gives manager Farke an extra attacking option as Leeds United push through the final stretch of their campaign.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Not in training Thursday James (groin) hasn't participated in training this week and might not be available for Saturday's game against Wolverhampton, according to manager Daniel Farke. "For the other play...

Impact James has missed Leeds' last two games, and since he's yet to return to training, his chances of being an option for the weekend clash against Wolverhampton are minimal. That said, Farke left the door open for a return in case he appears in training Friday, but that's looking very unlikely. James wouldn't have a lot of fantasy appeal even if he's cleared to return, as he hasn't started a Premier League match since Nov. 29, 2025.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers adductor strain James is out for Monday's match against Manchester United due to an adductor injury, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Daniel [will] also miss the game. So he had sadly an adduct...

Impact James is one of the few players out for the club heading into Monday, as the attacker is out with an adductor strain. Luckily for the club, this will not force a change, as he has not started in his past two appearances on the team sheet. He is likely to be eyeing around a two to three week absence, hopefully still returning in April.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Wales vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina | FIFA World Cup™ UEFA Qualifiers Highlights ⚽️ FOX Soccer

MARCH 26 • FOX SPORTS

Daniel James rips a shot from outside the box for a goal, giving Wales 1-0 lead over Bosnia and Herzegovina

MARCH 26 • FOX SPORTS

Seven crosses in seven minutes James registered seven crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Brentford.

Impact James came off the bench with seven minutes to go and attempted seven crosses as Leeds chased for a winner. He was unsuccessful with all of these crosses but showed lots of attacking intent with his cameo appearance. He has only attempted more than seven crosses on one occasion.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench role James (back) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa.

Impact James is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa after returning from a back injury that kept him out of the last match. The forward has struggled with multiple injuries this season and continues in a rotational role. The club appears to be managing his workload carefully as he builds back fitness.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Back available James (back) is back available and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa, coach Daniel Farke said in the press conference. "Good news, Stach, Struijk, Dan Jam...

Impact James is back available and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa after missing the last match due to a back injury. The forward has dealt with multiple injuries this season and has recently held a bench role, so the club could opt to be cautious with his workload.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back issues James is dealing with back issues and wasn't an option for Sunday's win against Birmingham City in the FA Cup, coach Daniel Farke said in a press conference, according to LeedsLive...

Impact James' injury woes are not over, as he is now dealing with a back issue shortly after returning from a long term hamstring injury. The forward is expected to undergo further evaluation in the coming days to determine the full extent of the problem and clarify a potential timetable. That said, his absence does not shake up the starting XI, as he had been operating primarily as a bench option prior to his long-term layoff.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench James (hamstring) is on the bench for Friday's game against Nottingham Forest.

Impact James was described as having a chance to be available Friday, and the speedy winger will wait for his opportunity on the bench. James tends to play off the bench, so while his return boosts Leeds' depth in the final third, he's not expected to be a regular fantasy contributor any time soon.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available against Forest James (hamstring) could be available against Nottingham Forest after making good progress in training, said coach Daniel Farke in the press conference. "James is making progress, v...

Impact James could be available against Nottingham Forest after making good progress in training, having missed the last 12 matches with a hamstring injury. The winger had been a regular substitute prior to the injury and is expected to return in a rotational role.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Arsenal James (hamstring) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Arsenal.

Impact James is not available for Saturday's clash against Arsenal despite recently being cleared after a lengthy hamstring injury absence. The attacker missed 11 matches and has not played since Nov. 29, with his return delayed further. He remains sidelined after making 10 appearances this season, including four starts.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Saturday James (hamstring) is an option for Saturday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Daniel Farke. "He was out for such a long time, but you can see him more or less growing f...

Impact James will miss no more time after an extended absence with a hamstring injury, missing 11 games and last playing Nov. 29, but cleared for play again. This will likely leave the attacker in a spot on the bench in his return, needing to build some minutes before he is ready for the start. He has started in four of his 10 appearances this season, more of a rotational option.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Partially integrated James (hamstring) is partially in training and close to fully training, according to manager Daniel Farke, per Kyle Newbound of the Yorkshire Evening Post. "Dan yesterday and toda...

Impact James is still battling his injury, but is the furthest in his recovery he has been, with the attacker able to take the field for partial training. However, he is yet to fully train, planning to train with the rest of his team in the coming week. That said, he still needs a week or two before he returns, still positive after his last appearance in November.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return James (hamstring) is not too far from making his return to the squad, coach Daniel Farke said in the press conference. "Daniel is not too far away."

Impact James missed all the games since late November due to a hamstring injury but the winger is not too far from making his return. This return could happen before the end of the month if everything goes as planned but won't impact the starting XI since the former Manchester United player has been only a bench option this season, losing his undisputed starter role that he had last campaign.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Around two weeks from team training James (hamstring) is around two weeks away from training again, according to manager Daniel Farke. At the moment he's around two weeks away from team training and this is the first...

Impact James is seeing some more positive news after avoiding surgery, as the attacker is now looking to train again in around two weeks. This would line him up with a potential return to end January, already missing seven games due to his injury. Once he is fit, a bench spot will be expected, only starting in four of his 10 appearances this season.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't need surgery James won't get surgery on his hamstring injury but will still be out eight weeks, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Dan, no surgery, it'll still be 8 weeks total he'll be out."

Impact It's a somewhat positive update on James, though it doesn't mean he's completely out of the woods from any setbacks. Hamstring injuries take time and he'll likely need all of the eight weeks before he's ready again, pointing to a possible February return. Given the severity, he'll likely need at least a week of full training before he can be considered again.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out eight weeks James (hamstring) is expected to miss around eight week sof action due to a tendon injury in his hamstring, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Sadly, on the other side, dissappoin...

Impact James was already deemed to be out for a decent amount of time due to a hamstring injury, but after further testing, it has been confirmed he will miss around the next eight weeks of action. This is rough for the forward, as he will now miss out until around the start of February, hopefully not missing more time with a setback. He has only started in four of his 10 appearances this season and has yet to earn a goal contribution, with the injury just continuing a rough spell for the attacker.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring setback James is feared to "be out for a while" after suffering a hamstring setback in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Manchester City, according to manager Daniel Farke, per Issac Johnson of Leeds...

Impact James is going in for some testing this week after his first start in over two months with Leeds United Saturday, as the attacker was off at halftime with what is feared to be a hamstring injury. This is something to monitor for the club, as he has already missed time this season due to the same injury, appearing to have suffered a relapse of the injury. This is a rough development for the attacker moving forward, already struggling for time as he battled his fitness.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Wales' Daniel James scores goal, tying up game against Norway

Wales vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina | FIFA World Cup™ UEFA Qualifiers Highlights ⚽️ FOX Soccer

Daniel James rips a shot from outside the box for a goal, giving Wales 1-0 lead over Bosnia and Herzegovina