The short, factual Leeds United story: when the club began, what is in the trophy cabinet, the ground, the owners and the records that matter, checked against the club's own history and framed as of summer 2026.
The beginning
Leeds United were founded in 1919. Formed in 1919 after Leeds City were disbanded by the FA. Fans know the club as the Whites.
Honours
As of summer 2026 the trophy cabinet holds 3 top-flight league titles, 1 FA Cup, 1 League Cup, plus 2 Inter-Cities Fairs Cups (1968, 1971).
The ground
Leeds United play at Elland Road in Leeds, their home since 1897. Planning a visit? The Elland Road guide covers the stations, parking and the away end.
Ownership
As of summer 2026, Leeds United are owned by 49ers Enterprises (majority), with Red Bull as minority investor.
A record worth knowing
Elland Road's record attendance is 57,892, set against Sunderland in an FA Cup fifth-round replay in March 1967.