James Trafford
LEE
Goalkeeper
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Oct 10, 2002 (24)
Right
6'4"
183 lb
Makes two saves against United
Trafford had two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Manchester United.
Analysis: Trafford recorded two saves while conceding Bryan Mbeumo's first-half opener. The English goalkeeper also made an important intervention outside his penalty area to prevent Amad Diallo from breaking through on goal. He has registered 26 saves, six goals conceded and two clean sheets across seven Premier League appearances this season. Trafford remains Leeds' regular starting goalkeeper and will next face Sunderland in the Premier League.
Three saves in Leeds debut clean sheet
Trafford recorded three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Trafford started his career at Leeds with a brilliant clean sheet victory as they defeated Nottingham Forest 1-0 on the opening day. The 23-year-old had only played four Premier League games at the start of last season for Manchester City. He had kept one clean sheet in that time before being replaced by Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Starts in season finale
Trafford had three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa.
Analysis: Trafford started Sunday as the season closed out, not having the performance he wanted, with the goalie notching three saves and two goals allowed. This comes despite a clean sheet in his last outing, holding a goalless outing in the FA Cup final. It will be interesting to see what happens with the goalie in the offseason after having his job taken by Gianluigi Donnarumma to begin the season, limiting Trafford to only four league appearances all season.
Zero saves in FA Cup win
Trafford recorded zero saves and a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 FA Cup win over Chelsea.
Analysis: Trafford was not tasked with much in Saturday's win, as the goalie earned a clean sheet on zero wins as Chelsea was defeated. This now sees the young keeper lead City to two trophies this season, also starting in the 2-0 Carabao Cup win over Arsenal. However, he is still set for a role behind Gianluigi Donnarumma in most matches, leaving some questions for Trafford heading into the 2026/27 season.
Clean sheet against Liverpool
Trafford recorded five saves and a clean sheet in Saturday's 4-0 win over Liverpool.
Analysis: Trafford earned another start, making it two in a row, starting in both Cup matches before Donnarumma resumes his starting role in league play. He has now recorded a clean sheet in both Cup games, with nine saves between the two outings. Unfortunately for the keeper, it appears he is still set for back up role, hoping he can at least get the nod for their FA Cup semifinal against Southampton.
Rough UCL debut
Trafford recorded no saves and allowed two goals in Tuesday's 2-0 defeat versus Bayer Leverkusen.
Analysis: Trafford would finally get another start Tuesday, his first appearance in net since Gianluigi Donnarumma took his role and joined the club. However, Trafford would have a rough day, not making a single save while allowing two goals, almost giving up a third after coming too far off his line. He will likely return to the bench after the woeful outing, only earning starts here and there.
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