Leeds United achieved a 1-0 victory over Everton in their Premier League return, thanks to a late penalty in the 81st minute. The penalty was awarded after a handball was detected on Everton defender James Tarkowski. Substitute Lukas Nmecha successfully converted the penalty, igniting excitement among the home fans. With 21 shots and 55% possession, Leeds demonstrated strong performance, contrasting the trend of promoted teams often facing relegation after their debut seasons. Despite the win, Everton's manager David Moyes chose not to start loanee Jack Grealish simultaneously.
Leeds United secured a 1-0 win against Everton in their return to the Premier League, thanks to a late penalty scored by Lukas Nmecha.
A handball in the 81st minute by Everton's James Tarkowski led to a penalty, which was confirmed by VAR despite Everton's protests.
Leeds attempted 21 shots compared to Everton's 7 and controlled 55% of possession, marking a strong kickoff to the season for the newly promoted team.
Historically, the last two seasons have seen all promoted teams relegated immediately; Leeds aims to break that trend with this opening win.
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