Sean Longstaff highlights a big difference between playing for Leeds and at Newcastle right now

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Leeds United’s return to the Premier League has seen them settle into life well, with some positive early results for Daniel Farke and his side.

The Whites sit mid-table in the division after six games, but could have been even better off if it were not for two stoppage-time goals over the past three games.

Position	Team	Played MP	Won W	Drawn D	Lost L	For GF	Against GA	Diff GD	Points Pts
8	ChelseaChelsea	6	2	2	2	11	8	3	8
9	BrightonBrighton	6	2	2	2	9	9	0	8
10	FulhamFulham	6	2	2	2	7	8	-1	8
11	LeedsLeeds	6	2	2	2	6	9	-3	8
12	EvertonEverton	5	2	1	2	6	5	1	7
13	BrentfordBrentford	6	2	1	3	9	11	-2	7
14	Manchester UnitedManchester United	6	2	1	3	7	11	-4	7

Given the start, there is a real opportunity for Leeds to establish themselves back in the Premier League with a group of players who are capable of winning plenty of points.

That is something Sean Longstaff, a summer recruit for the Yorkshire outfit, has discussed when talking about their start to life so far.

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Sean Longstaff says Leeds United players must believe in themselves more

Sean Longstaff made the switch from Newcastle to Leeds over the summer transfer window, ending his 19-year association with the Magpies.

The move to Leeds may not see him competing for Champions League football quite as immediately as he was at St. James’ Park, but there is an opportunity for more regular Premier League minutes.

One clear difference between the two teams, however, appears to be belief, as Longstaff explained.

Speaking to the official Leeds United YouTube channel, the midfielder said: “I thought the lads need to believe in themselves a little bit more. I know it’s the Premier League and stuff, but some of the lads need to realise how good they are and that they’re more than capable of playing at this level

“And yeah, we know Bournemouth press well, but ultimately it’s just another footballer running at you. It doesn’t matter who they are.

“So, I think you can have a little bit more composure – that’s everyone, me included – and a little bit more bravery maybe.

“And yeah, like I said, it was just more to try and calm everyone down and get through to halftime, and then we know we can sort of put things right.

“And I thought we’re pretty good in the game. I thought obviously better in the second half than the first half.”

With eight points on the board already, Leeds have certainly shown they are capable of competing with those in the division.

Now it’s all about being confident in that ability and pushing on with some more victories.

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Sean Longstaff reflects on scoring first Leeds United goal

Longstaff’s move to Leeds has seen him settle well so far, with one goal and one assist to his name for the club.

The goal came in the recent 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, where the midfielder took aim after a blocked shot fell into his path and found the back of the net.

It was a fantastic moment for the new recruit, who reflected on it by saying: “I thought Brenden [Aaronson] was going to score, and then I just tried to hit it where I could, and luckily it sliced into the top corner and a bit of a dodgy knee slide.

“A bit of relief to score a goal. I hadn’t scored in a little while, so I was over the moon.”

The goal from Longstaff almost secured all three points for Leeds, who are settling well so far.