Leeds United's Daniel Farke faced mixed emotions after his team settled for a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace on October 1, 2023. Despite the disappointment of not moving up to third place in the Premier League, Leeds remains unbeaten and sits fifth, a testament to their progress since returning to the top flight just over a year ago.

The match featured a disallowed goal from Tyrick Mitchell, and both teams struggled to create significant chances. Palace secured their first clean sheet of the season, having previously conceded 11 goals in the first four matches, which eased pressure on manager Pierre Sage. Conversely, Leeds failed to find the net for the first time this season, leading to some frustration among fans who chanted for a more aggressive approach.

Farke commented on the match, stating, "Mixed emotions. We would have preferred to win, but the reality is it is 38 game days. Sometimes it is a scruffy Sunday afternoon when you have to dig in. This was one of these games."

Key moments included:

• Walter Benítez, the Palace goalkeeper, faced no shots on target in the first half.
• Mitchell's disallowed goal in the second half due to an offside call led to frustration for the visitors.
• Dominic Calvert-Lewin had Leeds' best chance, but his weak volley was saved.

Despite the lack of goals, Palace's players showed improved organization, and Sage expressed relief over his team's defensive performance. He noted, "I do my job with honesty, I give my best with my skills and my limits. And in the end, I have no regrets with what I do."

As both teams head into the international break, Leeds looks to build on their strong start, while Palace aims to continue improving under Sage's guidance.