Calvert-Lewin’s late goal lifts Leeds United past Brighton

LEEDS, England (Interstat) — Dominic Calvert-Lewin scored in the sixth minute of second-half stoppage time to give Leeds United a 1-0 victory over Brighton & Hove on Sunday in the Premier League season opener at Elland Road.

Calvert-Lewin’s goal, his first of the season, came at 90+6. He received a yellow card one minute later at 90+7. The goal was the only score of the match.

Leeds, playing at home, improved to 1-0 in both the Premier League and all competitions. Brighton fell to 0-1 in league play and overall. The match marked the start of the 2026-27 Premier League season.

Brighton entered the game with an 0-1 record across all competitions after its opening match, while Leeds opened with a win. The defeat left Brighton seeking its first victory of the season. Elland Road hosted the match as Leeds began its campaign at home. Leeds earned three points with the late winner, while Brighton remained without a win.