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Soccer-Leeds supporter dies following medical emergency at Elland Road

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Posted on January 4, 2026

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LEEDS, England, Jan 4 (Reuters) - Leeds United said a supporter died following a medical emergency at Elland Road before their Premier League draw with Manchester United on Sunday. "Leeds United are

Leeds United Fan Passes Away at Elland Road

LEEDS, England, Jan 4 (Reuters) - Leeds United said a supporter died following a medical emergency at Elland Road before their Premier League draw with Manchester United on Sunday.

"Leeds United are devastated to confirm that a supporter sadly passed away ahead of our Premier League fixture with Manchester United at Elland Road, following a medical emergency in the ground before kickoff," the club said in a statement.

"The thoughts of everyone at Leeds United are with the family and friends of the supporter at this exceptionally difficult time."

Leeds drew 1-1 with United after Brenden Aaronson's opener for the home side was cancelled out by Matheus Cunha.

(Reporting by Rohith Nair in Bengaluru; editing by Clare Fallon)

Key Takeaways

  • A Leeds United supporter died at Elland Road.
  • The incident occurred before the match against Manchester United.
  • Leeds United expressed condolences to the family.
  • The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
  • Brenden Aaronson scored for Leeds.

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