sport in yorkshire

Leeds United FC

World famous Leeds United Football Club is the only professional association football club in Leeds. The club was established in 1919, following the demise of Leeds City F.C. They currently play in the Football League Championship and play their home games at the Elland Road stadium.

Headingley Rugby and Cricket Ground

Headingley Stadium is a sporting complex in the Leeds suburb of Headingley. It is the home of Yorkshire County Cricket Club, Leeds Rhinos RLFC and Leeds Tykes RUFC. There are two separate grounds, with a two-sided stand housing common facilities. It is owned by the Leeds Cricket, Football and Athletic Company, which is the parent company of both rugby clubs. It has seen test cricket since 1899 and can hold a capacity of 14000. Headingley spectators have been lucky enough to witness some of the greatest moments in cricket.