It was a night to forget for Daniel Farke's side as Leeds limped out of the EFL Carabao Cup in a rather surprising loss and a less-than-ideal start for new boy Dominic Calvert-Lewin, which also saw an unwanted record equalled by United.
Look away now if you don't want to shake your head for the umpteenth time in the last 24 hours...
Yes, in case you didn't watch the knockout tie against fellow Yorkshiremen, Sheffield Wednesday - where the story was very much more about the fans protesting their much-maligned ownership - it was a lacklustre display from Leeds.
Despite a fair amount of possession and plenty of pushes into the final third, they failed to create anything concrete inside 90 minutes and after eventually going to penalties, they became just the second Premier League side ever to miss each of their spot-kicks.
Even stat-heads looked to be taken aback by the rather unlikely and unsuspected record equalled on what many expected to be a routine Tuesday night in the cup.
For those curious, the only other top-flight club to have made it through the duration of a shootout in the competition's history without scoring a single penalty is Manchester City.
The Blues failed to find the back of the net from 12 yards in their loss to Doncaster Rovers in September 2005, and now, so too have LUFC.
Once again, the main focus was on the impressive walkout staged by the Wednesday fans at Hillsborough and the fact that the struggling Steel City club were even able to field a team; so much so, in fact, that they hung on even without most fans present.
The home side took the lead thanks to what went down as an own goal by reserve keeper Karl Darlow, but The Whites did manage to find an equaliser through Jayden Bogle just 10 minutes from full-time.
Fair to play the Owls, though: their home end was almost completely emptied out before the game even began, all in support of the greater good around the club.
A hard decision to make, but the right one, nevertheless.
Do you think the manager is the right man to keep Leeds up and, more importantly, lead the club forward to bigger and better things?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_S6u9RUcS0
You can watch the admittedly limited highlights here.
Leeds-based Ollo Padel have revealed plans for a new three-acre padel and leisure destination at The Roundhouse.
It seems like padel is taking over the world at the moment, and it's about to take over Leeds.
Three years after the plans were first put forward, Ollo Padel is set to bring a state-of-the-art padel and leisure centre to the outskirts of the city centre.
The Roundhouse is a Grade II listed Victorian landmark that first opened in 1847 and will be brought back to everyday use as a community-led space before the end of 2026.
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The new space will feature five covered and four open courts, alongside hospitality and social spaces, retail space, fitness studios, gyms and more.
Being a Leeds-based company, Ollo Padel are working to put Leeds’ communities at the heart of the new centre, with plans for free school coaching lessons, school partnerships, inclusive programmes for women and juniors and focusing on providing a non-intimidating environment for all-ages and abilities.
The development is expected to create 14 permanent on-site roles, spanning coaching, front-of-house, hospitality and operations, with a strong commitment to local recruitment.
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Will Linley, Co-Founder (Founder of Linley & Simpson) said: “These proposals focus on sensitively bringing one of Leeds’ most iconic buildings back to life — restoring the Roundhouse and creating a place people can enjoy, feel proud of and use as part of everyday city life.
“Padel is a brilliant way to bring people together. We’re designing Ollo around the social side of the sport — creating a place that supports both physical and mental wellbeing through movement, play and connection”
Luke Gidney, Founder, Ollo Padel said: “We are so excited about the opportunity to create this centre for Leeds. We’re still at an early stage, and that really matters to us, because it means local residents, businesses and community groups can help shape the plans. We want to listen, learn and make sure the Roundhouse works day to day for the people around it.”
Leeds to make history as the host for Tour de France Femmes 2027
Danny Jones
It’s official: both the male and female Tour de France are coming to Leeds and nine other destinations across the UK in 2027.
As one of the biggest locations on the list, it’s a big sporting landmark for us Leeds lot.
Confirmed on Thursday, 15 January, the men’s race will be passing through Leeds next summer whilst the Tour de France Femmes (TdFF) will be hosted here.
Revealing the news in an exciting announcement video on social media, you can see the other cities and towns that the world-famous endurance event will be hitting here:
It’s been more than a decade since the Tour de France last took place in the UK, with London and Yorkshire hosting three stages of the biggest date on the annual cycling calendar back in 2014.
Fast forward a dozen years, and not only will they both be participating again, but Great Britain will see dual Grand Départs for men and women for the very first time.
You can see the full route map broken down below.
🇬🇧 Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield, London 🇬🇧
💛 Grand Départ Great Britain 2027: in the footsteps of the pioneers!
— Le Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift (@LeTourFemmes) January 15, 2026
Speaking in an official press release, race director Christian Prudhomme said: “The UK has always welcomed the Tour with passion and pride, and the route details we are revealing today reflect the beauty and diversity of Britain’s terrain.”
"Bringing both Grand Départs here is a testament to the strength of our partnership with British Cycling and the enthusiasm of the UK.”
TdFF counterpart, Marion Rousse, added: “The UK has played an important role in the history of women’s cycling, with champions such as Lizzie Deignan.
“Starting the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift in Leeds is a strong choice, closely linked to this heritage and to the enthusiasm of a public that knows and loves the Tour. These stages clearly reflect the race’s ambition: to continue growing women’s cycling and to inspire future generations.”
Danny Jones -
27th August 2025 
