Club

Leeds United are one of the biggest clubs in English football. They possess passionate fans and boast a rich history, having won a collection of the top trophies available in the country.

Leeds United club name

Leeds United were formed when two local teams, Leeds City and Holbeck FC, decided to merge together. They chose to name their new club Leeds United to represent the unionisation of the two sides. 

Nickname: The Whites

Leeds United founding year

The club were founded in 1919 following the unionisation of Leeds City and Holbeck FC.

Leeds United home stadium

Leeds United have only had one permanent residence since they formed back in 1919: Elland Road.

Current stadium: Elland Road (1919-present)

Elland Road’s Capacity: 37,890

Leeds United training ground

Leeds United train at the Thorp Arch training ground, which is located around 17 miles from the Whites’ home ground, Elland Road.

Location: Thorparch Grange, Wetherby, West Yorkshire, England, LS23 7BA

Leeds United current league

Leeds United currently play in the Championship after enduring relegation from the Premier League in 2022/23. The Whites enjoyed three seasons in the top flight of English football after Marcelo Bielsa orchestrated their return following 16 years in the lower-tier wilderness.

Current league: Premier League (2025 – present)

Previous league: Championship (2023-2025)

Leeds United current manager

Leeds United appointed Daniel Farke as their current manager in July 2023 with the German replacing Sam Allardyce. He agreed to take over at Elland Road on an initial four-year contract after guiding Norwich City to the Championship title in 2018/19 and 2020/21.

Current manager: Daniel Farke (July 2023 – June 2027 expected)

Previous manager: Sam Allardyce (May 2023 – June 2023)

Leeds United contact details

Website: www.leedsunited.com

Contact numbers: Full list here

Match tickets, membership and stadium tours: 0371 334 1992

Ticket office customer services, enquiries only: 0330 333 1521

Accessible ticket booking line, disabled supporters only: 0333 130 0505

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: http://twitter.com/LUFCtickets

Address: Leeds United Football Club, Elland Road, Leeds, LS11 0ES

Leeds United tickets

Fans can purchase tickets for Leeds United’s home matches through the club’s official website. They offer fans a range of options from season tickets and single-match tickets to hospitality packages. But the demand for tickets can make it challenging for fans to attend.

Website: tickets.leedsunited.com