But with eight senior players still unavailable due to injury and the Africa Cup of Nations, this was a creditable result. But after falling behind to Brenden Aaronson’s goal, which sent Elland Road into rapture just after the hour mark, a patched-up United side hit back through Matheus Cunha to take a point. Amorim named a defensive line-up that included one change with Leny Yoro replacing Joshua Zirkzee. We don't have a lot of options but we are ready to be competitive,’ said Amorim as kick-off approached on his first game at Elland Road. However, Leeds came out after the interval determined to raise their game, with Okafor in particular proving a real handful for Yoro down the left.

Source: Express January 04, 2026 15:16 UTC