Nmecha penalty gets Leeds up and running
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Leeds United edged past Everton 1-0 in the final match of the 2025-26 Premier League season’s opening weekend. Lukas Nmecha rolled home a late penalty (84’) after James Tarkowski was adjudged to have handled it inside the box.
Monday’s Leeds United hero Lukas Nmecha says his side showed a lot of maturity throughout their win over Everton but that the team lacked the cutting edge in the final third.
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Lukas Nmecha’s debut-penalty goal was enough to give Leeds United all three points on their Premier League return following two seasons in the Championship.Despite dominating the first half at
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Lukas Nmecha's ice-cool penalty fires Leeds to dream Premier League return
Leeds United have kicked off their Premier League campaign with a gritty 1-0 victory over Everton at Elland Road, thanks to a dramatic late penalty from substitute Lukas Nmecha.
In an exhilarating return to the Premier League, Leeds United showcased their resilience and determination, clinching a narrow 1-0 victory over Everton. The match, held at the iconic Elland Road, was a testament to Leeds' fighting spirit and new signing Lukas Nmecha's clutch performance.
Leeds won 1-0 via a late penalty for a hand-ball against James Tarkowski and converted by Nmecha. The summer signing later said: "Amazing. I'm really happy. It was a great first game.
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