Leeds suffered an early FA Cup exit on Sunday afternoon as West Ham eased past the injury-hit side with a 2-0 win. But many took positives from the loss, and fans have applauded Crysencio Summerville’s cameo role.
With numerous players on the sidelines, Marcelo Bielsa named a Leeds side that included Leo Hjelde, Lew Bate and Sam Greenwood. Cody Drameh and Summerville also made appearances, coming off the bench to impress.
The 20-year-old winger came into the match with his tail up, after netting a first-half hat-trick for the 23’s against Sunderland in the Premier League Cup. He was handed his eighth senior appearance, coming off the bench.
While he failed to change the game in the 15 minutes he was on the field, Summerville certainly caught the eye. Numerous dribbles on the right flank were exciting, adding a real threat as Leeds pushed for an equaliser.
West Ham did eventually win the game, although it was far from comfortable. A controversial opener saw them narrowly lead until the final seconds, before Jarrod Bowen caught Leeds on the break to make it 2-0.
What are Leeds fans saying about Summerville display at West Ham?
With Joe Gelhardt and Tyler Roberts injured and Patrick Bamford unavailable on Sunday – Dan James might end up being used as a striker, when Leeds face West Ham in the Premier League this weekend.
It leaves a gap, albeit on the bench, for Summerville – given Jack Harrison and Raphinha are likely to start. His performance on Sunday will have surely earned the chance to get another outing come Sunday.
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