Anton Stach struck in the 88th minute to hand Leeds United a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Nottingham Forest on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.

The late goal silenced the home crowd at Forest's ground, as Leeds claimed all three points in a tightly contested season opener. Stach's effort proved the difference between the two sides in what was a stern test for both clubs.

The result marks a statement start to the campaign for Leeds United, who return to the Premier League with clear ambitions. Picking up maximum points on the first matchday is exactly the kind of beginning the club will have been hoping for.

For Nottingham Forest, the defeat will sting — especially given it came so late in the contest. Forest were denied what would have been a share of the spoils by a single moment of quality in the closing stages.