Introduction
Leeds beat Tottenham 1-0 on Saturday. The game was played at Elland Road in Leeds, England. It was a Premier League game, which is the top soccer league in England. One late goal made the difference. Noah Okafor scored it in the 79th minute.
What Happened
The first half had no goals. Both teams had chances, but neither team could score. Leeds goalkeeper James Trafford made four saves in the game. Tottenham had more of the ball. They had 61% of the possession, which means they had the ball more. Leeds had only 39%. Both teams had four shots on goal.
Okafor came on as a substitute in the 77th minute. A substitute is a player who comes into the game from the bench. Just two minutes later, Okafor scored. The goal came after a throw-in. His shot came from 12 yards out. It was the only goal of the game.
Tottenham pushed hard in the last minutes. But Leeds held on for the win. The final score was 1-0.
There was also a scare for Leeds. Defender Jayden Bogle stayed on the pitch after a foul that some thought could have been a red card. Tottenham’s Mathys Tel was hurt during the game.
Why People Are Talking About It
The win ended a five-game winless run for Leeds in the Premier League. It was a big win at home in front of 36,924 fans. Tottenham’s winning run came to an end. It was their first defeat in four Premier League games. Leeds now have 14 points from 10 games. Tottenham have 12 points from 10 games.
What Happens Next
Leeds will try to build on this win. The team will want more wins to move up the table. Tottenham will try to bounce back in their next game. Both teams have more games to play this season.
Final Thoughts
It was a huge win for Leeds at home. Okafor came off the bench and became the hero in just two minutes. The fans at Elland Road will remember this one. Tottenham will want to forget it fast.
Sources: ESPN match page: Leeds 1-0 Tottenham (Nov. 7, 2026)
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