Manchester United's Lisandro Martínez was sent off in the 56th minute for a straight red card after a VAR review for violent conduct against Dominic Calvert-Lewin .
Leeds United ended a 45-year league wait for a win at Old Trafford with a stunning 2–1 victory. The result marked the first home defeat for Manchester United under head coach . Key Goals: Leeds vs Man.United
Headed home from a Bruno Fernandes cross to pull one back for the hosts. Manchester United's Lisandro Martínez was sent off in
The Swiss international scored twice in the first half, pouncing on loose balls to give the visitors a dominant lead. Key Goals: Headed home from a Bruno Fernandes
The first meeting of the season ended in a tense draw in front of a record home crowd of 36,909 at Elland Road.
This was Leeds' first league win at Old Trafford since 1981, providing a massive boost to their relegation battle while stalling United’s push for a top-three finish. Season Opener: Leeds United 1–1 Manchester United Date: January 4, 2026 | Venue: Elland Road