Leeds confirm fan tragically died ahead of Man Utd match as club release statement

Leeds have confirmed that a supporter tragically died at Elland Road on Sunday ahead of their game against Manchester United . The two teams met for a Premier League match which ended in a 1-1 draw .

In a statement released three hours after full-time, the Yorkshire club said: " 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 kick-off.

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

No further details about the person who died or the circumstances of their passing have been released.

Leeds took the lead shortly after the hour mark, as Brenden Aaronson opened the scoring. Matheus Cunha replied for the visitors three minutes later and nothing could separate the sides before the final whistle.

The result moved Leeds six points clear of the relegation zone and continued their good run of form. Man United, meanwhile, remained fifth in the table.

"First of all, I have to say I am proud of my lads because it was, of course, a tricky circumstance for us," Leeds manager Daniel Farke commented. "We had to go over the line two and a half days ago, away at Liverpool to earn a hard-fought clean sheet, then several key players out and not available for today.

"Everyone tells you how big this game is. Lots of expectations and to go into this game is then tricky. So for that, I am very proud of the mentality of my players to show resilience again."

Man United boss Amorim reflected: "I think we played well. I think we had more control in this game than we showed against Wolves , that is also important when you prepare [for] the next week, you can run with a different message than we showed in the last game.

"I think we controlled Leeds quite well, a team that is really strong on set-pieces and with second balls, they are really quick in front and I think we controlled it well. We had our opportunities to win the game, of course, but we are losing games in the details. With the goal of Leeds, we are controlling the game and in one kick with the ball in transition.

"But we managed to get back into the game, last year it would be completely different. This year we are in control of the games more often than last year, so [it] was a good game, but of course, a little bit frustrated for us not to win."

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