Leeds United rallies to beat Liverpool in pre-season match

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Leeds United rallies to beat Liverpool in pre-season match
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Leeds United came from behind to secure a dramatic victory over Liverpool during a pre-season match in the U.S. on August 3, 2026. After trailing 2-0 at halftime, Leeds scored four goals in the second half, with key contributions from Brenden Aaronson and Dominic Calvert-Lewin leveling the score, before Sean Longstaff and an additional goal from Calvert-Lewin sealed the turnaround. Manager Daniel Farke expressed satisfaction with the team's performance and noted their hard work during the pre-season. Leeds will return to the UK for further matches, with friendlies lined up against Bundesliga teams and rivals Manchester United in Dublin.

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  • Leeds scored four second half goals to rally from a 2-0 deficit.
  • Brenden Aaronson and Dominic Calvert-Lewin helped level the score.
  • Sean Longstaff scored the go-ahead goal shortly after the equalizer.
  • Leeds United completes pre-season with positive momentum.
  • Upcoming friendlies against Bundesliga teams and Manchester United are planned.
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  • 8:20 AMYahoo SportsDaniel Farke: The boys have worked so hard
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Leeds United completed their first pre-season preparations with a dramatic victory from behind over Liverpool on US soil, scoring four second half goals to complete the turnaround!Instinctive finishes...

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