Ditmir Hodzha scores and assists in Leeds United U21 win
Struga-born Hodzha scored after coming on in the 63rd minute and later provided an assist as Leeds U21 beat Bournemouth 5-1.
Ditmir Hodzha continued his strong form for Leeds United's second team on November 9, 2026, contributing both a goal and an assist in a 5-1 victory over Bournemouth.
Hodzha, the young Struga native, was introduced on the 63rd minute and immediately found the net to make the score 4-1 for Leeds U21. He later set up the fifth goal with an assist.
In form ahead of U19 qualifiers
The forward's recent performances are welcome news for head coach Kapinkovski: Hodzha is expected to be a key option for North Macedonia's under-19 squad, which will play its qualifying matches in Strumica against Northern Ireland, Switzerland and Malta.
Hodzha moved to England this summer from Rabotnicki and has also appeared for North Macedonia's under-21 team, giving him experience at a higher youth level as he prepares for the U19 assignment.
His combination of physical presence and finishing has made him one of the more prominent Macedonian prospects abroad this season, and his Leeds displays bolster his case for a significant role in the national youth setup.
Photo: press material from the event
