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Emphatic finish in win Okafor scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 3-1 victory against Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

Impact Okafor slammed the ball into the roof of the net Friday from the center of the goalmouth to score Leeds United's second goal in the resounding 3-1 home win over Nottingham Forest. In addition to his goal, the attacking-midfielder tracked-back to make three tackles (two won) and one clearance. Okafor's goal broke a three-month goalless stretch that dated back to Gameweek 6.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Leeds beat Forest and take giant step towards securing Premier League status

Leeds United has taken a huge step towards securing its Premier League status with a 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Strong offensive effort Okafor generated two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Fulham.

Impact Okafor started for a 14th time in 19 appearances during league play this season and delivered a solid effort by recording more than one shot for the first time in four of those outings. He also picked up his second shot on target in that span. Additionally, he accounted for a chance created and racked up double digits in completed passes for the first time in four league appearances.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Single cross off bench Okafor registered one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle in Thursday's 0-0 draw against Liverpool.

Impact Okafor fell to the bench after failing to score in the last four matches and had a quiet cameo off the bench. It's one of the busiest parts of the season, so it's entirely likely that this was just planned rotation. Either way Okafor has struggled for end product, with only two goals since joining Leeds United, both at the start of the campaign.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Off at half Okafor came off at half time during Friday's clash with West Ham.

Impact Okafor returned to the starting XI after recovering from a groin injury, but seemingly wasn't fully fit. He was deemed healthy enough for 45 minutes before Jack Harrison came on to play the second half. Okafor didn't seem to have any new injury concern before half time, but wasn't fully fit.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes XI Okafor (groin) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against West Ham United.

Impact Okafor was a late call for this contest, but the speedy winger will not only be available, but he'll start right away. Okafor has two goals in five appearances (four starts) this season with Leeds.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Late call for Friday Okafor (groin) is doubtful for Friday's match aganst West HAm, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Noah is making some good progress in his rhab but he was not able to complete the...

Impact Okafor seems to be a alte call for Saturday's match, unlikely to play but still having a small chance to make it through as fit. This is after he was unable to fully join the team for training, already having missed one match due to the injury. He will now look to pass some testing and return to his starting role immediately, as he has started in four of the club's seven games thus far.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Okafor (groin) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Burnley.

Impact Okafor remains sidelined as he couldn't recover in time from his groin injury to make the match squad against the Clarets. Jack Harrison is seeing a greater role while he is out.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Struggling with groin issue Okafor (groin) is a bit of a doubt for Saturday's trip to Burnley, per manager Daniel Farke. "Noah Okafor is also struggling a little bit with some adductor problems, he could be p...

Impact Okafor is dealing with a groin issue and is now in doubt for Saturday's trip. The forward started four matches in a row prior to the international break, and is now in doubt for the first match after the break. Even if he's deemed fit to play it seems unlikely that he's going to be ready for the starting XI. Jack Harrison is in line for the start on the left wing with Okafor in doubt.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Okafor scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Tottenham Hotspur. In addition, he was given...

Impact Okafor notched his second goal of the season as he equalized the match in the 34th minute. He was in the right place in the box as the ball went his way after the goalkeeper made a save.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in win Okafor scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton.

Impact Okafor picked up his second straight start and played a season-high 70 minutes. He also buried his first goal of the season with what marked his third shot and first one target in three appearances. Additionally, he nabbed an interception for a second consecutive game.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes start Okafor got the start and played 68 minutes during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Fulham.

Impact Okafor got his first Premier League start Saturday and went just over an hour. He created a chance and took a pair of shots in a decent showing off the left wing, though he lacked threat. Okafor is hoping to take on a starting role after joining the club in a big move from Italy, though he faces plenty of competition for minutes from Wilfried Gnonto.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available for EPL debut Okafor (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Okafor is available for his Premier League debut after recovering from a groin injury suffered in midweek. The forward will compete with Lukas Nmecha and Joel Piroe for starts in the number nine role at Leeds.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Newcastle Okafor is doubtful for Saturday's match against Newcastle due to a groin injury, according to manager Daniel Farke, per Graham Smyth of the Yorkshire Evening Post. "He's more or l...

Impact Okafor is going to need some testing ahead of Saturday's contest, with the forward coming through their midweek Cup match with a groin issue. That said, he will need to pass his testing to be fit, making him a late call. Even if he is fit, a bench spot will be expected, only appearing off the bench this campaign.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First start in Carabao Cup Okafor started and played 83 minutes during Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Sheffield Wednesday.

Impact Okafor's first start for Leeds didn't end with a goal, but he came close multiple times. He was excellent off the left wing and put all three of his shots on target. He also created a pair of chances, showing the trickery and efficiency that earned him his Premier League move. Okafor should be a crucial part of the starting XI as Leeds United look to avoid the drop.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leeds signs Noah Okafor from AC Milan for $24.5M

Leeds has signed Noah Okafor from AC Milan for around $24.5 million

AUGUST 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Signs with Leeds United Okafor has signed a contract with Leeds United until 2029, joining on a permanent move from AC Milan, his new club announced.

Impact Okafor began his career in Switzerland with FC Basel, where his pace and finishing earned him the Swiss Super League Young Player of the Year award. He then moved to Red Bull Salzburg, playing over 100 matches across all competitions with 57 goal involvements and winning four league titles and three Austrian Cups. He also scored six goals in 16 Champions League appearances before becoming a regular at AC Milan and later helping Napoli secure a league title. At international level, he has earned 24 caps for Switzerland since 2019 and featured at the 2022 World Cup. Okafor will offer a nice option in the frontline to coach Daniel Farke.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leeds to land AC Milan star?! Daniel Farke's side close in on Noah Okafor as newly-promoted Whites agree personal terms with striker | Goal.com US Leeds United's preparations for their return to the Premier League are ramping up, with the club moving closer to AC Milan's Noah Okafor.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Sent back to Milan Okafor didn't join Napoli permanently after the loan spell from Milan, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Okafor only played four times in the past six months, not making anything of note, plus the option to buy him was significant. He'll likely be on the move again during the summer.

JUNE 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Napoli Okafor has moved to Napoli on loan with a purchase option from Milan, the two sides confirmed.

Impact Okafor was never quite able to garner consistent minutes at Milan, also due to a few injuries, and will have a similar at Napoli, deputizing David Neres and Matteo Politano along with Cyril Ngonge and Giacomo Raspadori. He has scored and assisted once this season, posting 14 shots (seven on target), four chances created and 13 crosses (two accurate) in 16 appearances (six starts) this season.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused agaisnt Girona Okafor (calf) didn't play in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Girona.

Impact Okafor shook off a calf injury that cost him more than a month but didn't get minutes right away. He'll chiefly deputize Rafael Leao if he stays put in January.

JANUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench spot Okafor (calf) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Girona.

Impact Okafor is back with the team, likely passing a late fitness test ahead of the contest after being questionable for the contest. He will hope this end his injury spell, as two injuries over the past two months has limited him to one appearance through December and January thus far. He likely won't see a huge role even though he is fit, probably only seeing a rotation role, as he has only started in six of his 15 appearances this campaign.

JANUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back versus Girona Okafor (calf) has returned to full training ahead of Wednesday's home game against Girona, Tuttomercatoweb reported.

Impact Okafor could resume being an option midweek after missing more than a month due to a calf injury. He was supposed to join RB Leipzig last week, but the move fell through after the medicals, although he was eventually able to respect the initial timetable. If available, he'll be an extra option in a pair of offensive roles.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf injury Okafor picked up a right soleus strain in training, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Okafor will be on the mend for three to four weeks due this his latest injury. He has occasionally started but has also routinely missed time with minor injuries. Rafael Leao will dominate the minutes at the position, while Samuel Chukwueze and Mattia Liberali will fill in if needed.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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