James Trafford described the conditions at the Stadium of Light as “mad” after helping Leeds United secure a goalless draw against Sunderland on Sunday afternoon.

The Leeds goalkeeper produced important saves to deny Brian Brobbey and Nilson Angulo as Sunderland ended a four match Premier League losing run but were unable to find a winning goal.

Strong winds made life difficult for both sides throughout the afternoon. Trafford explained that even adjusting his kicking could not fully account for the unpredictable movement of the ball.

Speaking to Sky Sports after the match, the goalkeeper said both teams had competed well in testing circumstances and noted that Leeds had chances to win it late on.

“The wind was obviously extremely windy; the conditions were a bit mad to be honest,” Trafford said. “It was one of those games where both teams were fighting, and we had some chances at the end.”

Asked how he adapted his distribution, Trafford pointed out that Sunderland goalkeeper Robin Roefs faced exactly the same problem at the other end of the pitch.

“I just had to try and hit the ball a bit flatter, but the wind was all over the place; sometimes it went long, and it held up,” he added. “It was mad, but it was the same for me and Roefs.”

Trafford’s contributions proved decisive in a tightly contested match. Sunderland registered fifteen shots to Leeds’ eleven, with both teams recording four efforts on target. Brobbey carried a threat during the first half on his return to Sunderland’s starting line up, while Angulo forced two good saves from Trafford after the interval.

When asked about keeping a clean sheet, the Leeds keeper credited his daily approach to training and preparation.

“I am obviously pleased, and it is a product of trying to win every day,” he said. “The more days you win, the better chance and position it puts you in to play well, so I just try to win the day.”

Trafford also spoke warmly about his experience at Elland Road and the support he has received from his teammates since arriving at the club.

“I have really enjoyed playing week in and week out, and it’s amazing playing for Leeds and feeling the love from the lads,” he said. “I am enjoying it and so is everyone else.”

The draw leaves Sunderland still searching for a first league victory in five matches, though the performance offered encouragement after a difficult run. Leeds, meanwhile, continue to build momentum and will take confidence from a disciplined defensive display in awkward conditions on the road.

Both clubs now turn their attention to the next round of fixtures, with Trafford’s form between the posts giving Leeds reason for optimism as the season progresses.