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Harry Wilson Makes Leeds Debut in Pre-Season Loss to Wrexham

Wales midfielder Harry Wilson made his first appearance for Leeds United in a 3-2 defeat by Wrexham in their opening pre-season friendly. The match was played at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

  • Harry Wilson made his Leeds debut in a pre-season friendly loss to Wrexham
  • Leeds United were beaten 3-2 by Wrexham at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida
  • Wales attacking midfielder Wilson joined Leeds on a free transfer in the summer

Wales attacking midfielder Harry Wilson made his first outing for Leeds United as they were beaten 3-2 by Wrexham in the club's opening pre-season game. The match was played at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, a venue that has hosted several high-profile football friendlies in recent years.

Wilson, who joined the Elland Road side on a free transfer in the summer after his contract at Fulham ran out, came on for the second half of the game. Leeds found themselves behind almost immediately when Kieffer Moore put Wrexham in front in the first minute with a left-foot shot.

Joel Piroe had the chance to level from the spot after Dan James had been brought down by keeper Arthur Okonkwo, but missed with his penalty. Piroe made amends for the Premier League side by equalising with a backheel from a Sean Longstaff ball.

However, Bailey Cadamarteri ran through on goal and slotted in to put Wrexham back in front before Leeds again levelled when Longstaff scored with a right-footed shot. Wilson was introduced by Leeds manager Daniel Farke as part of his changes for a second half in which Sam Smith, who also scored Wrexham's winner in a pre-season victory against Manchester United, netted late on for the Championship side.

Leeds went close in added time through Wilson but his shot went over, ultimately sealing a 3-2 defeat for the Premier League side.

Why this matters: This result has implications for Leeds United's preparations for the upcoming Premier League season, with manager Daniel Farke looking to strengthen his squad ahead of the new campaign.

What this means for you: What this means for you: As a Leeds United fan, this result may have raised concerns about the team's preparations for the upcoming Premier League season. However, with a number of friendlies still to come, there is still time for the team to gel and improve ahead of the new campaign.

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