England football rivalry

Roses Rivalry

Leeds v Manchester Utd

Rivalry intensity

Ground separation 40.0 miles

Leeds United and Manchester United share a cross-Pennine rivalry often linked symbolically to the historic rivalry between Yorkshire and Lancashire. Major clashes in the 1960s and 1970s deepened it.

Rivalry ground map

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Stadium location

The rivalry grounds

Manchester United

Old Trafford · 75,731 capacity

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Leeds United

Elland Road · 39,460 capacity

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Things to do near the rivalry grounds

Attractions, tours and activities around the midpoint of the two stadiums.

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