The Premier Leaguge campaign might be kicking-off in a few days, but some of Leeds United’s biggest stars took time out of their busy schedule to surprise fans last night.
Anton Stach was launching his brand new burger at Meat:Stack, which has been designed to raise money for charity. Supporters had the opportunity to come down to the restaurant for a meet-and-greet - but soon got more than they bargained for.
Not only was the German international on hand to pose for photos and sign shirts, captain Ethan Ampadu and a few other stars also popped along. New summer signing Tarik Muharemović and Willy Gnoto also stopped by and made time to take selfies with supporters.
One young fan had even made the trip all the way from Glasgow to meet his favourite player - Anton Stach. He left with more than he bargained for, including a hug and a signed pair of football boots.
The Moustachi cheese burger, which is available at Meat:Stack, will help raise money for the Elhadji Diouf Foundation. £2 from each sale will be donated to the charity.
Stach’s creation will be available through the opening weeks of the season before earning a permanent place on the menu. He said: “I wanted to back a business Leeds fans care about and raising money for a foundation my family has given so much to at the same time means everything.”
1. Fans queuing at Meat Stack
Leeds fans queue outside Meat Stack waiting for Anton Stach. Photo: Gerard Binks
2. Just look at that queue!
It was quite the queue at Meat Stack, as Leeds United fans waited to meet Anton Stach! Photo: Gerard Binks
3. Anton Stach napkins
There were even napkins with Anton Stach's face on them! Talk about a souvenir! Photo: Gerard Binks
4. Hard at work in the kitchen
Anton Stach working in the kitchen making his burger Photo: Gerard Binks
5. Order up!
Anton Stach prepares one of his signature burgers to be served up at Meat Stack Photo: Gerard Binks
6. Pressing off the pitch
Anton Stach doesn't just save his pressing for on the pitch, he can also press a burger in the kitchen! Photo: Gerard Binks