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Jacob Raw

Mon 4 May 2026 9:40, UK

Leeds United fans will love the fact that they added more misery to Burnley’s woes on Friday, and in particular to Hannibal Mejbri.

The Whites love having rival teams to go up against, and Elland Road has seen some villains come an go over the years.

In recent times, Hannibal has become one of the villains to visit LS11, as the 3-1 over his side was sweet for fans in multiple ways.

Burnley’s relegation had already been confirmed before the match, but the fact that Leeds have done so much better than the Clarets makes things even sweeter.

Hannibal has had multiple controversial moments against Leeds, and this season only added to the fiery rivalry that’s now cemented in history.

Who is the one laughing now, Hannibal?

Hannibal was charged with spitting by the FA during Leeds’ 2-0 loss to Burnley earlier in this season.

The midfielder was seen spitting towards the travelling Leeds fans at Turf Moor, and was subsequently fined and given a match ban by the FA for the disgusting act of misconduct.

The Manchester United academy graduate was involved in another incident with Leeds fans last season after projectiles were directed at him from Leeds fans from the stands.

This was one of the first times Leeds fans had an issue with Hannibal, who basked in the glory of Burnley getting promoted last season, while being serenaded in a song that the Whites will be aware of.

Football is a funny old game, but spitting is a line that you do not cross, regardless of what you think is right or wrong, or what may have been done to you before. You are a footballer.

Karma has come back to bite the 23-year-old, and it’s a wonderful thing to see. Enjoy the Championship.

Hannibal most likely never play Premier League football again

Hannibal was once a highly-rated youngster, but has found himself at Burnley well into his professional career, and is back down in the Championship.

The Tunisian has been well out of his depth in the Premier League this season, and is part of the reason why the Clarets are coming back down.

Hannibal has only started 12 games for Burnley this season, and came off the bench at Elland Road last Friday to a chorus of boo’s.

Being as feisty as ever, he picked up a yellow card for a mis-timed challenge on Dominic Calvert-Lewin, which summed up his season.

It’s hard to see any Premier League club being in for his signature this summer.