Memorable moments between Leeds United and Manchester United

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Let's have a look at some previous memorable encounters between Leeds United and Manchester United

The original version of this article was first posted on Greater Manchester Football. Memorable Encounters Between Manchester United And Leeds United (greatermanchesterfootball.blogspot.com)

The video below is a prologue to a documentary about one of the fiercest rivalries in English football, Manchester United vs Leeds United. LUFC Lewis - YouTube

Leeds United 0 - 3 Manchester United (September 2011)

Despite making several changes, Manchester United eased into the next round of the 2011/2012 League Cup following a 3-0 win. Michael Owen scored twice and Ryan Giggs got one. All the goals came before half-time.

Leeds United 0 - 0 Manchester United (February 1993)

This game had no goals but was made memorable by Eric Cantona returning to Leeds for the first time since he signed for Manchester United.

Man United reach 1977 FA Cup final

The 1977 Fa Cup semi final was played at Hillsborough and Man United were desperate to return to Wembley after losing the previous years final to Southampton. They won 2-1 on the day and they would go onto play and beat Liverpool in the final.

Jermaine Beckford becomes a Leeds United legend

January 3rd 2010 was an incredible afternoon for everyone associated with Leeds United. Jermaine Beckford's winner gave then League One Leeds a stunning FA Cup victory over their fierce rivals.

Leeds have nightmare returns to Old Trafford

The first Premier League match between the teams since 2004 turned into a nightmare for Leeds and a dream for Man United as the Red Devils won 6-2. On their second trip back to Old Trafford, they suffered a 5-1 defeat.

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