Leeds United defeated Everton 1-0 in their opening match of the 2025-26 Premier League season through a late penalty converted by substitute Lukas Nmecha.

James Tarkowski was adjudged to have committed a handball in the closing stages, leading to the decisive penalty in the 96th minute. Nmecha, introduced from the bench, calmly rolled the spot-kick past the Everton goalkeeper.

The match remained goalless until the final minute of added time, with both teams registering 0 shots on target in the first half according to live data.