All the latest from Elland Road as Daniel Farke's Leeds United face rivals Hull City in today's Championship clash.
The transfer window is shut and now we focus on the real action on the pitch. Leeds United had another busy summer but for Daniel Farke and Co it's all about getting on with the job in hand and winning promotion back to the Premier League.
Leeds go into today's Championship clash with Yorkshire rivals Hull City unbeaten in the league so far, with two draws and that morale-boosting win over Sheffield Wednesday. If the opening day draw with Portsmouth was frustrating, then the point picked up in a goalless draw at West Brom was at least more encouraging, before Leeds showed what they could do against Wednesday last time out.
Farke will be have new signings Ao Tanaka, Manor Solomon and Largie Ramazani available today, although Isaac Schmidt's arrival came too late to be involved against Hull. Dan James and Patrick Bamford are both ruled out, meaning Leeds will have to make at least one change to the starting line-up.
We'll have all the latest from Elland Road right here, with team news, match action and all the analysis and reaction on the final whistle. Scroll down for live updates as they happen.
Leeds United vs Hull City: Live Updates
The Whites managed to add full-back Isaac Schmidt to the ranks on deadline day and will now be looking to take all three points against the Tigers.
They grabbed their first win of the season last week when running out 2-0 winners away at Sheffield Wednesday.
Leeds also beat Hull 3-1 at Elland Road last term and start as favourites to claim another win today.
Leeds United Team vs Hull City
Meslier, Bogle, Rodon, Struijk, Firpo, Ampadu, Gruev, Solomon, Aaronson, Gnonto, Joseph
Substitutes
Darlow, Byram, Wober, Debayo, Rothwell, Tanaka, Ramazani, Piroe, Gelhardt
First Half
The game began with Leeds dominating possession and creating a number of chances. However, they were unable to find a way past Hull goalkeeper Ivor Pandur, who was in fine form. Hull, on the other hand, were struggling to create any clear-cut opportunities. Their best chance came when Liam Millar's header went just wide of the target. The first half ended with the score at 0-0.
Second Half
Leeds continued to dominate the second half, and they finally got their reward in the 24th minute when Mateo Joseph scored a stunning goal. The young striker latched on to a cross from Manor Solomon and volleyed the ball into the back of the net. This goal seemed to open the floodgates for Leeds, as they went on to score a second goal in the 40th minute when Joël Piroe slotted home following a swift counter-attack. The final score was 2-0, and Leeds were deserved winners.
Post-Match Analysis
Leeds were the better side throughout the match, and they were able to dictate the tempo of the game. Their new signings, Manor Solomon and Largie Ramazani, were impressive. Solomon provided a great assist for the first goal, while Ramazani looked lively in his cameo appearance. The win will give Leeds a lot of confidence heading into the international break.
What's Next
Leeds will now have a two-week break before their next match against Sheffield United on September 14th. Hull, on the other hand, will face Watford on September 15th. It will be interesting to see if Hull can turn their season around after a disappointing start. We'll have full coverage of the post-match reactions from both teams, plus player ratings and more.
