Leeds, Elland Road and Everton
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Leeds United kicked off their 2025-26 Premier League campaign with a 1-0 win over Everton at Elland Road. Whites boss Daniel Farke told BBC Sport "it was a really magic night" and a "top performance" from his side.
In what was a composed yet electric return to the Premier League, Leeds United launched their campaign with a 1–0 victory over Everton at Elland Road - and it was Japan midfielder Ao Tanaka who stole the headlines.
Much has been made of the height of Leeds United’s eight summer signings, with several standing over 6ft, and Daniel Farke’s men will certainly be
It wouldn't be Leeds United without a bit of controversy to kick off the new Premier League campaign. A fired-up Elland Road, a disputed penalty and, in the end, a strong all-round performance saw the Whites edge past Everton in their opener.
Everton boss David Moyes did not name Jack Grealish in his starting lineup for the club's 2025-26 Premier League season opener against Leeds United on Monday. Grealish has been named in the matchday squad and has made it to the Toffees bench and could make his Everton debut later in the match at Elland Road.
A major road in Leeds is currently blocked following a crash this morning. The crash has happened on the A643 and is causing big problems for traffic. The traffic is bumper-to-bumper from the A58 to the M621 for Junction 2 for Elland Road.
As Leeds close in on the signing of Switzerland international winger Noah Okafor from AC Milan, pending his medical, it seems supporters are still wondering when or if another pure centre forward will arrive at Elland Road.
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