Ethan Ampadu on how Leeds United changed his life and the survival fight | OneFootball

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·26 February 2026

Ethan Ampadu on how Leeds United changed his life and the survival fight

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Ethan Ampadu’s influence has underpinned Leeds United’s recent upturn, his leadership on and off the pitch pushing their survival fight.

Leeds showed that resolve against Manchester City, trailing 2-0 at half-time, drawing level, then losing 3-2. According to Leedsunited.news, Ampadu said the interval was a reminder of what it takes to wear a Leeds shirt and sparked their recent form.


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Ampadu regards his permanent switch to Leeds as a turning point, enabling him to settle and play regularly. He prefers clear, honest standards in the dressing room.

He has also stressed the value of experience in the squad, noting that team-mates with Premier League know-how feed belief that they are good enough, which lifts the group.

This blend of leadership and experience has helped sustain momentum, with Leeds now above Nottingham Forest and Tottenham and close to safety. As they continue to climb the Premier League table, Ampadu’s leadership will remain central and supporters can be optimistic.

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