Ferrell was a guest of Leeds chairman Paraag Marathe, also in attendance, and the wider Elland Road boardroom, posing for photographs with supporters before kick-off whilst taking in the pre-match atmosphere inside the home dugout.
Situated in the directors' box for the game itself, Ferrell was spotted recording on his phone as Leeds fans sang club anthem 'Marching On Together' as the teams took to the field.
While the 57-year-old did not witness a goal to celebrate, he was given a warm welcome by the Elland Road faithful and various Leeds dignitaries.
1. Will Ferrell and Leeds winger Dan James
Partnerships you never thought you'd see. | Jonathan Gawthorpe
2. Will Ferrell at Elland Road
The star of the screen is greeted by Leeds supporters | Jonathan Gawthorpe

3. Will Ferrell
Minority shareholder Will Ferrell pitchside at Elland Road | Danny Lawson/PA Wire

4. Will Ferrell in the directors' box
Flanked by chief executive Angus Kinnear to his left and chairman Paraag Marathe to his right | Danny Lawson/PA Wire
5. New signing?
Will Ferrell hides behind Leeds' change strip whilst posing for photographs | Jonathan Gawthorpe
6. Chairman and Anchorman
Ferrell poses alongside Leeds chairman Paraag Marathe | Jonathan Gawthorpe