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'It's like a school homework project' - Leeds United's new crest leads to social media backlash

Championship side Leeds United have been met with a barrage of criticism after presenting their new club crest.

On Wednesday, the club showed off their new badge, which comprises the image of a figure doing the so-called 'Leeds Salute' – thumping the chest with a clenched fist – beneath the club's name in bold letters.

Leeds say they chose the design, which will feature on shirts for the 2018-19 season, in which they celebrate their centenary, after six months of research and consultation with more than 10,000 people, including "legends, current players, club staff, the owner, partners and representatives from the Leeds and Yorkshire communities".