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.
19. Jeremy Paxman, Broadcaster
The broadcaster, journalist and author was born in Leeds | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
20. Ricky Wilson, Singer
The Kaiser Chiefs frontman is a fan of the Whites alongside his bandmates. The indie band performed a cover of We are the Champions by Queen after Leeds were promoted in 2020 | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
21. James Milner, Footballer
The former Man City and Liverpool midfielder came through the Leeds academy and made his professional debut with the Whites. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
22. Kalvin Philips, Footballer
Another who came through the ranks at Thorp Arch. Phillips is currently facing an uncertain future as he prepares to leave Man City. | AFP via Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
23. Matthew Lewis - Actor
Best known for his role as Neville Longbottom in Harry Potter. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
24. Nick Mohammed, Actor
Probably best known for his role in Apple TV series Ted Lasso. Appeared in Oscar-nominated movie The Martian in 2016. | Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images Photo: Getty Images