If Leeds have ambitions of staying up, the hothouse atmosphere of Elland Road could hold the key, writes Phil McNulty.

Leeds were promoted as Championship winners last season, while Everton finished 13th in the Premier League. Each club added eight new faces to their respective roster since last season as Leeds looks to maintain status in England’s top flight and Everton looks to at a minimum to crack the Top 10.

Sunderland have spent over £142 million during the current transfer window, but they continue working to complete some important signings.

Drivers have been warned about road closures and heavy traffic around the Leeds Festival site during the Bank Holiday weekend. The event, which takes place from Thursday to Sunday, will see performances from artists including Chappell Roan, Travis Scott and Hozier.

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Leeds United edged past Everton 1-0 in the final match of the 2025-26 Premier League season’s opening weekend. Lukas Nmecha rolled home a late penalty (84’) after James Tarkowski was adjudged to have handled it inside the box.

BBC Sport's TV and radio commentators have picked two Leeds United players who will be worth watching out for in the next few months. Joel Piroe Age: 26 Position: Striker Country: Netherlands Guy Mowbray: The very definition of a wildcard,

The Leeds Festival 2025 fun has started as thousands have made their way to Bramham Park. All day on Wednesday, the site has been a hive of activity with eager earlybirds arriving. They have pitched up all across the Bramham Park site.