Leeds United and Manchester United draw 1-1 in defensive Premier League contest at Elland Road
On 4 January 2026, Leeds United hosted Manchester United at Elland Road in a Premier League match that ended in a 1-1 draw. Leeds took the lead after the hour mark through Aaronson, but Cunha quickly equalised for Manchester United three minutes later, marking his third goal in five games.
The first half saw limited chances, with Cunha having a disallowed potential opener for offside, Calvert-Lewin hitting the post, and Leny Yoro's header being saved by Perri. After Aaronson's goal, substitute Joshua Zirkzee assisted Cunha for the rapid equaliser.
Late attempts included a curling effort just over the bar by Leeds substitute Joël Piroe and an earlier shot from Cunha that struck the post. Manager Amorim's Leeds side was described as defense-heavy, while the visitors lacked potency in the final third.
With this result, Leeds United moved eight points clear of the relegation zone, while Manchester United remained in touch with the Champions League places.
