Belt game 2,770 · April 26, 1971
Leeds United take the belt
Leeds United beat Arsenal 1–0 at home to start reign 1,048 of the Premier League belt, the 19th for the franchise.
Arsenal had held it since April 17, 1971, with 2 defenses over 9 days.
Leeds United held it for 113 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Sheffield United on August 17, 1971.
1,048Reign number
19Team's reign
2Defenses
113Days held