Leeds United hero to be inducted into football Hall of Fame as special event announced — Leeds Live 4/11/25

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The Leeds United icon will be bestowed the honour at Elland Road next month

Isaac Johnson Leeds United reporter

Legendary Leeds United manager Howard Wilkinson is due to be inducted into the National Football Museum Hall of Fame next month.

The Whites hero remains the last English manager to win the top flight title, having guided United to the crown in 1992. Wilkinson, who was also the mind behind the Thorp Arch training ground which has birthed so many English talents, is being recognised for his contribution to the domestic game.

The former Three Lions caretaker boss, 81, went on to hold roles at the Football Association - where he aided the construction of St George's Park, the new base for the national teams - and the League Managers' Association.

The presentation of Wilkinson’s Hall of Fame induction will take place at half-time in the clash with Chelsea on Wednesday, December 3 at Elland Road. Leeds United have meanwhile formally thrown their support behind the Wilko92 campaign, which is raising funds for a statue of the great man.

The group have already started fundraising initiatives amid their target of around £140,000, the amount the project will cost in total. To start their involvement, the club will be hosting a tribute lunch for Wilkinson on Friday, December 5 at Elland Road.

It will feature a meet and greet with more than 20 Leeds United legends while the First Division trophy will be present. All proceeds from the three-course lunch will go towards the statue campaign.

A spokesperson for Leeds United said: “Launched earlier this year and having already made a fantastic start to fundraising efforts, the club will now actively work with The Wiko92 Campaign to ensure Howard’s legacy is truly remembered.”

Speaking to Leeds Live earlier this year, Wilkinson said he was humbled by the campaign, adding: “Forget money and everything else, it was just nice to work with other people in what depended on teamwork, what depended on individuals recognising that it's not ‘me’, it's 'we’.”

In regards to the Hall of Fame induction, Tim Desmond, Chief Executive of the National Football Museum, said: “Howard Wilkinson’s impact on English football extends far beyond his historic title win with Leeds United.

“He has been instrumental in raising standards in coaching, education and leadership across the game. His work has shaped the modern football landscape, and we are delighted to honour him with a well-deserved place in the Hall of Fame.”

Wilkinson will join the likes of Bob Paisley, Brian Clough and Arsene Wenger inside the Hall of Fame.

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