A cross from Dan James was met by Piroe but O’Brien scrambled it away. The first quarter of the match had passed with Everton not getting a touch in the Leeds box. That finally changes in the 29th minute when Alcaraz broke into the box but the Leeds keeper was there to snuff out the chance.

Leeds United. Leeds United chairman Paraag Marathe, speaking to Sky Sports: "I want to show that we belong. We are here, but we have not yet arrived! "

Lukas Nmecha rolled home a late penalty (84’) after James Tarkowski was adjudged to have handled it inside the box. Promoted Leeds capitalised on a febrile atmosphere at Elland Road on their top-flight return to grab a crucial three points.

All the action and reaction as Leeds United mark their return to the Premier League with a win at home to Everton.