Okafor double fires Leeds to first Old Trafford league win in 45 years

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Noah Okafor scored both goals for Leeds as they beat Manchester United at Old Trafford. Pic: Martin Rickett/PA Wire.

Mon, 13 Apr, 2026 - 22:03

Jason Mellor

Premier League: Manchester United 1 Leeds United 2

PERHAPS the only thing more unexpected than a Leeds victory at Old Trafford was the fact that a man bun played a significant role in a first league win at the Theatre of Dreams for 45 years.

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