Leeds supporter dies following medical emergency at Elland Road
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LEEDS, England, Jan 4 : Leeds United said a supporter died following a medical emergency at Elland Road before their Premier League draw with Manchester United on Sunday.
"Leeds United are devastated to confirm that a supporter sadly passed away ahead of our Premier League fixture with Manchester United at Elland Road, following a medical emergency in the ground before kickoff," the club said in a statement.
"The thoughts of everyone at Leeds United are with the family and friends of the supporter at this exceptionally difficult time."
Leeds drew 1-1 with United after Brenden Aaronson's opener for the home side was cancelled out by Matheus Cunha.
(Reporting by Rohith Nair in Bengaluru; editing by Clare Fallon)
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