If Leeds have ambitions of staying up, the hothouse atmosphere of Elland Road could hold the key, writes Phil McNulty.

Football Insider revealed that Harrison had “burned his bridges” at Leeds ahead of his return to West Yorkshire, but Daniel Farke welcomed the winger back into his plans as the Whites kicked off their top-flight return against none other than Everton.

It wouldn't be Leeds United without a bit of controversy to kick off the new Premier League campaign. A fired-up Elland Road, a disputed penalty and, in the end, a strong all-round performance saw the Whites edge past Everton in their opener.

Leeds took 21 shots in their opening game of the season, while Newcastle had 16.

Daniel Farke could finally seal a move for Jonathan Rowe as Leeds United look to strengthen for a difficult 2025/26 campaign.

Daniel Farke leant on those who had helped smooth promotion from the Championship and was rewarded with an impressive victory over Everton

Leeds were promoted as Championship winners last season, while Everton finished 13th in the Premier League. Each club added eight new faces to their respective roster since last season as Leeds looks to maintain status in England’s top flight and Everton looks to at a minimum to crack the Top 10.

Leeds United kicked off their 2025-26 Premier League campaign with a 1-0 win over Everton at Elland Road. Whites boss Daniel Farke told BBC Sport "it was a really magic night" and a "top performance" from his side.