The 2024–25 EFL Championship season will go down as one of the most thrilling in recent history. For the first time ever, two teams Leeds United and Burnley reached the elusive 100-point mark in the same season. It was a campaign filled with drama, consistency, and breathtaking football, culminating in Leeds taking the title by the narrowest of margins.
While both clubs earned promotion back to the Premier League, it was the journey that stole headlines: a season-long duel between two former top-flight sides determined to return in style.
Leeds United’s Last-Day Heroics Seal the Title
Leeds United’s Road to the Championship crown was anything but smooth. They battled hard throughout the season and showed immense character when it mattered most. On the final day, needing a win to stay in the title race, Leeds came from behind to beat Plymouth Argyle 2-1 in a gripping finish. A late winner ensured they not only earned promotion but also clinched the title on goal difference.
Their style of play was fast, attacking, and relentless a throwback to the entertaining Leeds sides of the past. Fans were treated to thrilling football, and their team responded by delivering when it mattered the most.
Burnley’s Incredible Consistency Comes Up Just Short
Burnley may have missed out on the title, but their season was nothing short of extraordinary. Under calm and focused leadership, they built a team that was organized, disciplined, and incredibly difficult to beat. Burnley only lost two games all season and remained unbeaten at home an incredible feat in such a competitive league.
With a 33-match unbeaten run and one of the strongest defensive records ever seen in the Championship, Burnley proved they were Premier League-ready well before the season ended. Despite their 3-1 win on the final day, the title slipped away by the slimmest of margins.
By the Numbers: How the Leeds and Burnley Matched Up
Leeds United
Points: 100
Goals Scored: 95
Goal Difference: +65
Style: High-pressing, attacking football
Burnley
Points: 100
Goals Conceded: Just 16
Longest Unbeaten Run: 33 matches
Style. Tactical discipline, rock-solid defence
The contrast in styles between the two clubs made their rivalry even more compelling. Leeds dazzled with goals, while Burnley impressed with steel and structure.
What Promotion Means for Both Leeds United & Burnley FC
After experiencing the sting of Premier League relegation, both clubs have shown tremendous resilience. Their immediate return to the top flight speaks volumes about their quality, ambition, and the infrastructure behind the scenes.
For Leeds, it’s a second chance to re-establish themselves as a Premier League force. For Burnley, it’s an opportunity to prove that defensive stability and tactical organization can still thrive in the modern game.
The Road Ahead
As the celebrations fade, attention now turns to what’s next. Leeds and Burnley will be aiming not just to survive, but to compete in the Premier League. With passionate fanbases, strong squads, and a successful Championship campaign behind them, both teams are poised for a fresh chapter at the highest level.
This season will be remembered not only for its numbers but for the passion, perseverance, and pride both clubs brought to the pitch.
