Leeds and Burnley Secure Promotion to Premier League

April 22, 2025 — Leeds United and Burnley have officially secured their return to the Premier League after reaching 94 points each with two matches remaining in the Championship. Both clubs are now mathematically guaranteed automatic promotion, with an 8-point gap from third-placed Sheffield United.

Leeds United currently lead the standings due to a superior goal difference (+60), having scored 89 goals and conceded just 29. Burnley, also on 94 points, boast a similarly strong record with 61 goals scored and only 15 conceded, the fewest in the league.

This marks a significant milestone for both clubs, who will rejoin England’s top tier for the 2025/26 season after demonstrating consistent form throughout the campaign.

• Leeds United
  • English champions in 1968–69, 1973–74, and 1991–92.
  • UEFA Champions League semi-finalists in 2000–01.
  • Known for their passionate fan base and historic Elland Road stadium.
  • This is Leeds’ second promotion in five years, showing a strong rebound from past relegations.
• Burnley
  • First Division champions in 1920–21 and 1959–60.
  • Regular appearances in the Premier League in the past decade, including a 7th-place finish in 2017–18, which led to Europa League qualification.
  • Praised for their defensive discipline and home form at Turf Moor.

Both teams now have an opportunity to prepare for top-flight competition, with squad reinforcements and preseason strategies to follow. Their return adds historic weight and competitive depth to next season’s Premier League.