Leeds United fans are counting down the days until they can pack out Elland Road once again. The Whites are set for another promotion battle in the Championship after coming up short in their Premier League pursuit last time out.
The Whites kick off their 2024-25 season on home turf as they welcome newly-promoted Portsmouth to West Yorkshire on August 10. Elland Road boasted one of the best attendances in the Championship with the home support carrying the team over the line on a number of occasions. As well as a vocal and loyal support at matches, Leeds also have a worldwide fanbase that includes plenty of famous names. Below we have picked up some of the celebrities who have professed their support for Daniel Farke’s side.
13. Gareth Gates - Singer
The 39-year-old from Bradford shot to fame in 2002 as was runner-up to Will Young on Pop Idol. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
14. Nicola Adams, Boxer
Hailing from Leeds, the 41-year-old has two Olympic golds | Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images for A Photo: Getty Images
15. Josh Warrington, Boxer
A two-time IBF featherweight champion and one of Leeds' most ardent famous fans. He is set for another world title shot as he fights for the IBF super-featherweight title at Wembley in September. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
16. Ralph Ineson - Actor
Best known for being able to throw a kettle over the pub as Chris Finch in The Office. Also had a minor role in The Damned United. Has appeared in Harry Potter, The Guardians of the Galaxy and Game Of Thrones. | Getty Images for BFI
17. Alan Smith, Footballer
Played for Leeds between 1998 and 2004 before a move to Manchester United after the Whites' relegation back in 2004. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
18. Chris Moyles, Radio Presenter
Host of the Chris Moyles Show on Radio X and former BBC Radio 1 DJ. He has previously been vocal on air about his love for Leeds. | Getty Images Barclaycard Exclusi Photo: Getty Images