Located on Elland Road, directly opposite the football ground, a mural honouring former footballer Eddie Gray has been revealed. Gray is now a club ambassador for Leeds United but played in 579 games and scored 69 goals for the Whites during his heyday.
He represented Leeds from 1965 through to 1984, winning the league title twice and the FA Cup once.
The mural is the 14th Leeds United commissioned piece and was led by creative designer Rhys Lowry and artist Adam Duffield with the help of artists Jamie Steward and Luke Dunn.
Leeds United Supporters’ Trust said: “The Eddie mural has been probably one of the most requested murals so far, so it’s great that we could get the location right opposite the ground.
"Eddie will always be an iconic face at Leeds United so we’re proud we can add this to the ongoing list of Leeds United themed art around the city.
"A big thanks to supporters’ groups LU Texas, LUSCOS and El Loco Gnomes for funding the project, with support from RIM Scaffolding. We love working with such talented artists and designers who deliver amazing execution and passion in these stunning pieces of art for us all to enjoy.”
1. Eddie Gray Mural
The mural also carries the famous quote from Don Revie which reads, 'when Eddie Gray plays on snow he doesn’t leave any footprints'. Pictured is Eddie Gray by his mural. Photo: Steve Riding
2. Eddie Gray Mural
The mural is located on Elland Road, just opposite the ground, and is painted on an 81-year-old's house. Pictured is Eddie Gray, with designer Rhys Lowry and artists Lune Nunn, Adam Duffield and Jamie Steward. Photo: Steve Riding
3. Eddie Gray Mural
Pictured is Eddie Gray signing a shirt for a fan at the mural unveiling. Gray played a total of 579 games and 69 goals for the Whites and is now club ambassador for Leeds United. Photo: Steve Riding
4. Eddie Gray Mural
Pictured is Eddie Gray with Leeds United Texas who sponsored the mural Photo: Steve Riding
5. Eddie Gray Mural
Leeds United Supporters’ Trust today proudly unveiled their 14th Leeds United commissioned mural for former footballer Eddie Gray. Photo: Steve Riding
6. Eddie Gray Mural
The Trust, who commissioned the piece, felt that Eddie Gray deserved the mural to be directly opposite the ground. It showed designs to homeowner Harry, who has lived at the property for more than 40 years, was over the moon. Harry said Eddie remains his favourite player to this day and remembers his playing days well. Photo: Steve Riding