A pre-game pint is almost as important as the game itself. And with so many pubs around the city firmly dedicated to Leeds United, there are plenty of options to choose from.
We asked YEP readers to recommend their favourite pub for a pre-match pint near Elland Road, and the answers range from the obvious to some less expected.
Here are the 13 most popular answers:
7. South Leeds Conservative Club
Lyn Steven recommended South Leeds Conservative Club for its parking, walking distance to Elland Road, “good selection of draught beers and lagers”, and a Leeds United mural. | YEP Photo: Steve Riding
8. Billy's Bar
Kevin Hird's pre-match plan is simple: “Just get in Billy's bar at Elland Road.” | YEP Photo: Gerard Binks
9. Becketts Bank
Jason A. Stead recommended this city centre Wetherspoon for a pre-match pint. | YEP
10. The Old Peacock
The Old Peacock was another popular choice, with Paul Clapham, Tim Snowden, Jemma Haley and Cat Bee-Emm all recommending the pub right next to Elland Road. | YEP Photo: Steve Riding
11. The Templar Hotel
Mark Hanmore picked The Templar as his pre-match pub of choice. | YEP
12. The Tommy Wass
Raymond Cope, Nicky Hurley and Gary Henshaw all recommended the Tommy Wass for a pre-game drink. | Google Maps