Early January is the time of year when the Elland Road faithful dare to dream. An FA Cup run can be a welcome distraction from the league. and for the romantics the dream of seeing the Whites lift silverware at Wembley is very much alive. READ MORE: 'Clarke 1-0' - 12 photos from Leeds United's 1972 FA Cup Final win | 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time
1. Leeds United in the FA Cup
Young gun Jamie Forrester bagged a brace as Leeds United beat Crewe Alexandra 3-1 in January 1994. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
2. Leeds United in the FA Cup
Tony Yeboah was among the goalscorers as Leeds United beat Derby County 4-2 at the Baseball Ground in January 1996. Photo: Getty
3. Leeds United in the FA Cup
Goalkeeper Nigel Martyn was the hero after saving an 88th minute penalty against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park in January 1997. The game finished 2-2. Leeds won the replay 1-0. Photo: Dan Oxtoby
4. Leeds United in the FA Cup
Leeds United put four past Oxford United at Elland Road in January 1998 as the Whites cruised into the fourth round. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
5. Leeds United in the FA Cup
Jonny Woodgate was sent off against minnows Rushden and Diamonds at Nene Park in January 1999 but the Whites held firm to force a replay, which they won 3-1. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
6. Leeds United in the FA Cup
Leeds beat Port Vale at Elland Road in January 2000 thanks to a brace from Eirik Bakke. Photo: Varley Picture Agency