Leeds United’s 3-1 victory over Burnley at Elland Road on May 1, 2026, marked a significant step towards Premier League safety. The win pulled Leeds nine points clear of the relegation zone, putting them in a stronger position as the season approaches its conclusion.
Key match events:
- Anton Stach opened the scoring for Leeds in the 8th minute.
- Noah Okafor doubled the lead with a goal in the 52nd minute.
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin added a third goal just four minutes later.
- Loum Tchaouna scored Burnley’s only goal in the 71st minute.
Leeds United’s performance was bolstered by their head coach, Daniel Farke, who praised his team’s effort. “The three points are massive for us. I’m really proud of my boys for delivering in a crunch time period,” he said after the match. Leeds United has now gone unbeaten in their last six league matches, an impressive run that includes this victory.
Burnley, already relegated before this match, struggled to keep pace with Leeds. The team created fewer chances and failed to capitalize on opportunities. Leeds created the most chances during the match, with Stach himself contributing three key passes.
Former Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani was present at Elland Road to witness his old team secure an important win. Anton Stach has been a standout performer this season, scoring five league goals—four from outside the box—demonstrating his ability to impact games significantly.
The next challenge for Leeds will be maintaining their form as they aim to solidify their position in the Premier League. With several matches remaining, they will look to build on this momentum and avoid any slip-ups that could jeopardize their safety.