Leeds United Defeats Harrogate Town 1-0

Leeds United narrowly defeated Harrogate Town 1-0 in the FA Cup third round, courtesy of Largie Ramazani's second-half header. The match at Elland Road marked the first competitive meeting between the two Yorkshire clubs, with Leeds dominating possession yet struggling to convert opportunities against a resilient Harrogate side, which is 68 places lower in the Football League. Both teams had chances, with Leeds striking the woodwork twice, but Harrogate's organized defense kept them in the game. Despite their efforts, Harrogate, who had recently ended a seven-game winless streak, could not find a breakthrough and ultimately fell short. Leeds made eight changes to their lineup compared to their last match, but still showcased depth and quality against their lower-league rivals. The victory allowed Leeds to avoid a potential upset, continuing their campaign in the prestigious tournament.