Leeds United will prepare for top flight football with a three stop tour of the United States in July. The club confirmed friendlies against Los Angeles Galaxy on 16 July, San Jose Earthquakes on 19 July, and Mexican champions Club América in Las Vegas on 23 July. Matches will be broadcast live on LUTV and partner network ESPN. Daniel Farke believes warm weather training and high altitude sessions at UCLA will boost fitness ahead of a demanding Premier League schedule beginning 16 August. Commercial benefits are significant; shirt sponsor Flamingo Land anticipates a 20 percent_sales increase in North America. Leeds will host fan festivals in downtown Los Angeles and on the Las Vegas Strip, featuring autograph sessions with captain Ethan Ampadu and striker Georginio Rutter. The squad departs on 11 July, spending four days in Pasadena for acclimatisation before facing Galaxy at the Rose Bowl. After the tour, Leeds return to England for a single Elland Road friendly against Ajax on 3 August, which will double as the stadium’s farewell match before redevelopment begins. Ticket packages for the US tour start at 45 dollars, with presale access granted to supporters’ trust members. Chief executive Angus Kinnear thanked United States based fans for their unwavering support during late night Championship kickoffs, promising memorable experiences and behind the scenes content.
