Leeds United FC: planning permission to expand Elland Road (53,000 seats) granted by the City Council

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Modelling of Elland Road after the works - ©  Leeds United FC

Leeds City Council (England) has granted Leeds United FC (Premier League) planning permission to renovate and expand Elland Road capacity from 37,608 to 53,000 seats, announced the club on 08/01/2026.

Work is due to start at the end of the 2025-26 season and Elland Road will remain open and operational throughout the expansion. The project "will...

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Modelling of Elland Road after the works - ©  Leeds United FC

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