Round 35 ·
Updated:
Full Time
3 – 1
Half Time
1 – 0
Full Time
3 – 1
Goal Scorers
Assists
Ball Possession
Corners
Counter Attacks
Fouls
Free Kicks
Goal Attempts
Goal Kicks
Goals
Offsides
Red Cards
Saves
Shots Off Target
Shots On Target
Substitutions
Throws In
Treatments
Yellow Cards
Attacks
Dangerous Attacks
Total Passes
Leeds United
3-5-2 · Daniel Farke
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Burnley
5-4-1 · Mike Jackson
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
This result carried clear significance for Leeds United, because a 3-1 home win over Burnley at Elland Road suggested more than three points: it showed a side ready to reset expectations for the next rounds. Leeds had gone in as favourites, and they played like a team intent on turning that status into control, with early pressure, sustained possession and repeated chances created.
The opening goal arrived in the 8th minute and set the tone immediately. Anton Stach finished a move assisted by Jaka Bijol, and Leeds never really let the game settle into Burnley’s preferred rhythm. The 1-0 half-time lead reflected that control. Daniel Farke managed the game-state transitions with authority, keeping Leeds compact without the ball and progressive in possession when space opened up in the wider channels.
After the restart, Leeds made the match look even more one-sided. Noah Okafor doubled the lead in the 52nd minute after an assist from Jayden Bogle, before Dominic Calvert-Lewin added a third only four minutes later. Those two quick goals changed the temperature of the contest and underlined how the home side translated territory into high-quality moments. Burnley, set up in a 5-4-1, struggled to sustain pressing sequences or pin Leeds back for long periods.
Loum Tchaouna pulled one back for Burnley in the 71st minute, assisted by Jaidon Anthony, but it functioned more as a brief response than a full momentum shift. Mike Jackson would have wanted sharper in-game adjustments after Leeds had seized control, especially after the second-half surge. The match also carried the usual stop-start rhythm of a physical Premier League contest, with four yellow cards shown to Leeds and three to Burnley, and six substitutions helping shape the tempo after the interval.
For Leeds, this win felt like a statement that could carry into the next fixtures.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
This fixture would arrive as a pressure test with momentum at stake, and the stakes would be clear from the opening whistle at Elland Road. Leeds United would be expected to take the initiative as the favourites, while Burnley would likely lean on structure, patience and moments in transition. In a match like this, character and tactical discipline would matter as much as quality on the ball.
Leeds United’s path would probably begin with proactive chance creation. In a 3-5-2, the home side would try to use width from the wing-backs, quick central combinations and early pressing to pin Burnley deep. But that approach would carry risk: if the front line presses too aggressively without support, spaces could open behind the ball, especially against a compact 5-4-1. For viewers in Mauritius following Premier League tension closely, this would look like one of those nights where control and urgency must be balanced carefully.
Daniel Farke would be judged on that balance. His pressing structure would need to be sharp, but his rest-defense organization would be just as important if Leeds lose possession and Burnley break forward. The home side would want to keep the pressure on without becoming stretched in transition, because a single counterattack or set piece could change the tone of the contest. With the margin for error so small, every recovery run and second-ball duel would carry weight.
Burnley, meanwhile, would likely approach the match with a disciplined low block and a clear plan to frustrate. In a 5-4-1, they would try to deny central spaces, slow Leeds down, and force the favourites into wider, less dangerous areas. If the score remained level into the second half, Mike Jackson’s bench timing could become decisive. A well-timed substitution, especially around or after the first hour, could freshen the press, protect tired legs and create the kind of late transition moment that would shift the balance.
The side that manages pressure best and stays cleaner in transitions would most likely decide the match.
Goal kick for Burnley
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
Sean Longstaff creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Good effort by Daniel James as he directs a shot on target, but Martin Dubravka saves it
Ball possession: Leeds United: 48%, Burnley: 52%.
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
James Justin from Leeds United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Leeds United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Joe Rodon from Leeds United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Burnley take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Jaka Bijol from Leeds United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Jaidon Anthony from Burnley sends an effort wide of target
Jaidon Anthony goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Jaidon Anthony but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Jaidon Anthony finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Goal kick for Leeds United
A shot by Kyle Walker is blocked
Sean Longstaff successfully blocks the shot
Zeki Amdouni from Burnley heads towards goal but sees his effort blocked.
Joe Rodon successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Hannibal Mejbri is blocked
Jaka Bijol successfully blocks the shot
Lukas Nmecha from Leeds United concedes a foul on Martin Dubravka but the referee decides against stopping the play and waves play on!
Burnley are trying to create something here.
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Jayden Bogle is leaving the field to be replaced by Daniel James in a tactical substitution.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is leaving the field to be replaced by Wilfried Gnonto in a tactical substitution.
Joe Rodon comes back onto the field.
Maxime Esteve wins an air challenge against Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Burnley are trying to create something here.
The cross by Loum Tchaouna from Burnley successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Karl Darlow from Leeds United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Joe Rodon is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
The game is restarted
Burnley take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Leeds United
Joe Rodon is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
The fourth official shows there are 8 minute(s) of time to be added
Ball possession: Leeds United: 49%, Burnley: 51%.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Burnley are in control of the ball.
James Justin makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Reckless challenge there. Hannibal Mejbri commits a rough foul on Brenden Aaronson
Yellow card for Hannibal Mejbri
Hannibal Mejbri is shown a yellow card by the referee
Ethan Ampadu relieves the pressure with a clearance
Burnley are in control of the ball.
Joe Rodon sends a header towards goal, but Martin Dubravka is there to comfortably save it
Obstruction as Pascal Struijk cuts off the run of Martin Dubravka. A free-kick is awarded.
Maxime Esteve from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Kyle Walker relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Leeds United: 50%, Burnley: 50%.
Sean Longstaff from Leeds United swings in the corner from the left.
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Armando Broja hand-balls
Armando Broja controls the ball with his hand
Safe hands from Karl Darlow as he comes out and claims the ball
Obstruction as Armando Broja cuts off the run of Karl Darlow. A free-kick is awarded.
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Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Burnley are in control of the ball.
The ref blows his whistle. Sean Longstaff charged Hannibal Mejbri from behind and it's a free-kick
Leeds United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Leeds United: 53%, Burnley: 47%.
James Justin relieves the pressure with a clearance
The referee signals a free kick as Sean Longstaff from Leeds United trips Armando Broja
Brenden Aaronson from Leeds United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Jayden Bogle relieves the pressure with a clearance
Burnley take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Burnley are in control of the ball.
Loum Tchaouna is penalised for pushing Pascal Struijk
Bashir Humphreys is leaving the field to be replaced by Zeki Amdouni in a tactical substitution.
Zian Flemming is leaving the field to be replaced by Armando Broja in a tactical substitution.
Ball possession: Leeds United: 54%, Burnley: 46%.
The cross by Jayden Bogle from Leeds United successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Good effort by Lukas Nmecha as he directs a shot on target, but Martin Dubravka saves it
The referee signals a free kick as Ethan Ampadu from Leeds United trips Hannibal Mejbri
Ethan Ampadu from Leeds United is booked after several commited fouls.
The ref blows his whistle. Ethan Ampadu charged Florentino from behind and it's a free-kick
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Anton Stach is leaving the field to be replaced by Brenden Aaronson in a tactical substitution.
Ao Tanaka is leaving the field to be replaced by Sean Longstaff in a tactical substitution.
Burnley are in control of the ball.
Jaidon Anthony creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
G O O O A A A L - Loum Tchaouna scores with the right foot!
Jaidon Anthony provided the assist for the goal.
Ball possession: Leeds United: 57%, Burnley: 43%.
Maxime Esteve wins an air challenge against Dominic Calvert-Lewin
VAR - GOAL! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential goal for Burnley.
VAR CHECK OVER - No further actions have been taken after the VAR check.
Burnley are trying to create something here.
Good effort by Bashir Humphreys as he directs a shot on target, but Karl Darlow saves it
Lucas Pires from Burnley is ruled offside
Burnley take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
A chance presents itself to Pascal Struijk from Leeds United but his header goes wide
Goal kick for Burnley
Burnley take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Noah Okafor is coming out with a knock and is replaced by Lukas Nmecha.
Quilindschy Hartman is leaving the field to be replaced by Lucas Pires in a tactical substitution.
James Ward-Prowse is leaving the field to be replaced by Florentino in a tactical substitution.
Ball possession: Leeds United: 59%, Burnley: 41%.
Anton Stach from Leeds United swings in the corner from the left.
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
Hjalmar Ekdal from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Kyle Walker from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
Bashir Humphreys from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Burnley are in control of the ball.
Maxime Esteve relieves the pressure with a clearance
Leeds United are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Leeds United: 57%, Burnley: 43%.
Leeds United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Martin Dubravka is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
A player from Leeds United takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Maxime Esteve from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ao Tanaka shoots from outside the box, but Martin Dubravka has it under control
Ao Tanaka tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Martin Dubravka
G O O O A A A L - Dominic Calvert-Lewin reacts first on the loose ball and puts it away with the right!
Dominic Calvert-Lewin managed to score from an easy position.
Ball possession: Leeds United: 59%, Burnley: 41%.
Josh Laurent is leaving the field to be replaced by Hannibal Mejbri in a tactical substitution.
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ao Tanaka from Leeds United goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Loum Tchaouna
A wonderful team goal!
Anton Stach from Leeds United swings in the corner from the right.
A shot by Noah Okafor is blocked
Bashir Humphreys successfully blocks the shot
Quilindschy Hartman from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A shot by Anton Stach is blocked
Maxime Esteve successfully blocks the shot
Bashir Humphreys relieves the pressure with a clearance
Leeds United start a counter attack
Jayden Bogle creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
G O O O A A A L - Noah Okafor volleys the ball into the back of the net with the right. A great finish!
Jayden Bogle provided the assist for the goal.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin made the key pass for the goal!
Noah Okafor managed to score from an easy position.
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
Maxime Esteve relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Leeds United: 58%, Burnley: 42%.
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Leeds United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Maxime Esteve makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The referee signals a free kick as Ethan Ampadu from Leeds United trips Jaidon Anthony
Dominic Calvert-Lewin from Leeds United goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Bashir Humphreys
Yellow card for Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is shown a yellow card by the referee
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The cross by Loum Tchaouna from Burnley successfully finds a teammate in the box.
James Ward-Prowse shoots from outside the box, but Karl Darlow has it under control
James Ward-Prowse tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Karl Darlow
The second half is underway
Burnley are trying to create something here.
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
Anton Stach from Leeds United tries to score from outside the penalty box, but the shot is nowhere near the target.
Ball possession: Leeds United: 61%, Burnley: 39%.
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Josh Laurent from Burnley tries to score from outside the penalty box, but the shot is nowhere near the target.
Goal kick for Leeds United
The fourth official shows there are 1 minute(s) of time to be added
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
James Justin shoots from outside the box, but Martin Dubravka has it under control
James Justin tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Martin Dubravka
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
Zian Flemming makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Burnley start a counter attack
The cross by Loum Tchaouna from Burnley successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Jaidon Anthony from Burnley heads towards goal but sees his effort blocked.
Hjalmar Ekdal makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: Leeds United: 62%, Burnley: 38%.
Hjalmar Ekdal wins an air challenge against Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Burnley are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for Leeds United
Anton Stach relieves the pressure with a clearance
A player from Burnley takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Ball possession: Leeds United: 63%, Burnley: 37%.
Bashir Humphreys from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Anton Stach swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Hjalmar Ekdal relieves the pressure with a clearance
The cross by Ao Tanaka from Leeds United successfully finds a teammate in the box.
A shot by Ethan Ampadu is blocked
James Ward-Prowse successfully blocks the shot
The referee signals a free kick as Joe Rodon from Leeds United trips Jaidon Anthony
After a tactical foul, Joe Rodon sees no other way than stopping the counter and receives a yellow card.
Leeds United are in control of the ball.
Bashir Humphreys from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Bashir Humphreys makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Pascal Struijk makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The referee shows Loum Tchaouna the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Leeds United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The ref blows his whistle. Ethan Ampadu charged James Ward-Prowse from behind and it's a free-kick
Ball possession: Leeds United: 66%, Burnley: 34%.
Karl Darlow from Leeds United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Reckless challenge there. Bashir Humphreys commits a rough foul on Anton Stach
Yellow card for Bashir Humphreys
Bashir Humphreys is shown a yellow card by the referee
Burnley are trying to create something here.
Leeds United are in control of the ball.
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Burnley are trying to create something here.
Maxime Esteve is penalised for pushing Joe Rodon
Reckless challenge there. Kyle Walker commits a rough foul on Ethan Ampadu
Ball possession: Leeds United: 72%, Burnley: 28%.
Burnley are in control of the ball.
Leeds United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Burnley are trying to create something here.
Ao Tanaka makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
James Ward-Prowse from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Pascal Struijk from Leeds United goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Loum Tchaouna
After a tactical foul, Pascal Struijk sees no other way than stopping the counter and receives a yellow card.
James Justin wins an air challenge against Kyle Walker
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Leeds United are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Leeds United: 75%, Burnley: 25%.
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Martin Dubravka from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Anton Stach swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Hjalmar Ekdal relieves the pressure with a clearance
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
Hjalmar Ekdal relieves the pressure with a clearance
A shot by Anton Stach is blocked
Quilindschy Hartman successfully blocks the shot
Leeds United are in control of the ball.
The referee signals a free kick as Zian Flemming from Burnley trips Ao Tanaka
Kyle Walker from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Leeds United: 68%, Burnley: 32%.
Leeds United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Leeds United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ao Tanaka could cost his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
Ao Tanaka relieves the pressure with a clearance
Hjalmar Ekdal relieves the pressure with a clearance
Leeds United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Hjalmar Ekdal makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Burnley
Leeds United are in control of the ball.
Burnley are in control of the ball.
Anton Stach makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Anton Stach creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
A shot by Ethan Ampadu is blocked
James Ward-Prowse successfully blocks the shot
Ao Tanaka fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Ball possession: Leeds United: 68%, Burnley: 32%.
Hjalmar Ekdal relieves the pressure with a clearance
Dangerous challenge by Noah Okafor from Leeds United. Hjalmar Ekdal on the receiving end of that.
Leeds United are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Burnley
Bashir Humphreys wins an air challenge against Joe Rodon
Leeds United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Burnley take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Maxime Esteve from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Leeds United: 69%, Burnley: 31%.
Anton Stach goes for goal on the direct free kick, but the shot sails wide
Goal kick for Burnley
A great goal by Anton Stach
Burnley are in control of the ball.
The referee signals a free kick as Maxime Esteve from Burnley trips Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Bashir Humphreys relieves the pressure with a clearance
Quilindschy Hartman from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
G O O O A A A L - Anton Stach from Leeds United beats the keeper from outside the box with the left foot!
Jaka Bijol provided the assist for the goal.
Dangerous challenge by Josh Laurent from Burnley. Ao Tanaka on the receiving end of that.
Hjalmar Ekdal from Burnley intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Burnley take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Leeds United start a counter attack
Hjalmar Ekdal makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Goal kick for Burnley
Ball possession: Leeds United: 91%, Burnley: 9%.
Leeds United are in control of the ball.
Leeds United are in control of the ball.
Josh Laurent makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Leeds United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Burnley take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Quilindschy Hartman from Burnley trips Anton Stach
Leeds United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Leeds United are in control of the ball.
The referee starts the match
Leeds United kick-off, and the game is underway.
Welcome to tonights game where the floodlight surrounds the pitch.
The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.
Hjalmar Ekdal wins an air challenge against Noah Okafor
The cross by Noah Okafor from Leeds United successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin from Leeds United heads the ball, but it's a terrible effort nowhere near the goal.
Welcome to Elland Road, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to Elland Road where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to Elland Road where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to Elland Road, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to Elland Road, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from Elland Road. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
Premier League
| # | Club | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 26 | 7 | 5 | 71 | 27 | +44 | 85 | |
| 2 | 38 | 23 | 9 | 6 | 77 | 35 | +42 | 78 | |
| 3 | 38 | 20 | 11 | 7 | 69 | 50 | +19 | 71 | |
| 4 | 38 | 19 | 8 | 11 | 56 | 49 | +7 | 65 | |
| 5 | 38 | 17 | 9 | 12 | 63 | 53 | +10 | 60 | |
| 6 | 38 | 13 | 18 | 7 | 58 | 54 | +4 | 57 | |
| 7 | 38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 42 | 48 | -6 | 54 | |
| 8 | 38 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 52 | 46 | +6 | 53 | |
| 9 | 38 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 55 | 52 | +3 | 53 | |
| 10 | 38 | 14 | 10 | 14 | 58 | 52 | +6 | 52 | |
| 11 | 38 | 15 | 7 | 16 | 47 | 51 | -4 | 52 | |
| 12 | 38 | 14 | 7 | 17 | 53 | 55 | -2 | 49 | |
| 13 | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 47 | 50 | -3 | 49 | |
| 14 |
Leeds United
Home
|
38 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 49 | 56 | -7 | 47 |
| 15 | 38 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 41 | 51 | -10 | 45 | |
| 16 | 38 | 11 | 11 | 16 | 48 | 51 | -3 | 44 | |
| 17 | 38 | 10 | 11 | 17 | 48 | 57 | -9 | 41 | |
| 18 | 38 | 10 | 9 | 19 | 46 | 65 | -19 | 39 | |
| 19 |
Burnley
Away
|
38 | 4 | 10 | 24 | 38 | 75 | -37 | 22 |
| 20 | 38 | 3 | 11 | 24 | 27 | 68 | -41 | 20 |
Status
Finished
Attendance
36,265
Minute
0'
Winner
Leeds United
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