Leeds supporter dies following medical emergency before Manchester United clash

"The thoughts of everyone at Leeds United are with the family and friends of the supporter at this exceptionally difficult time," the club said in a statement.
RIP: Leeds United said a supporter died following a medical emergency at Elland Road before their Premier League draw with Manchester United on Sunday. Pic: Danny Lawson/PA Wire.

RIP: Leeds United said a supporter died following a medical emergency at Elland Road before their Premier League draw with Manchester United on Sunday. Pic: Danny Lawson/PA Wire.

Leeds United said a supporter died following a medical emergency at Elland Road before their Premier League draw with Manchester United on Sunday.

"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 kickoff," the club said in a statement.

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

Leeds drew 1-1 with United after Brenden Aaronson's opener for the home side was cancelled out by Matheus Cunha.

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