Soccer-Leeds Elland Road stadium closed on advice of police

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Leeds United v Manchester United - Elland Road, Leeds, Britain - February 12, 2023 General view as police are seen outside the stadium before the match Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith

(Reuters) - Leeds United were asked to close their Elland Road stadium "until further notice" after being contacted by the police regarding a security threat to the premises, the Premier League club said on Friday.

West Yorkshire Police said a threat was made via social media on Thursday, leading to the police carrying out checks.