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
7. Leeds United in the FA Cup
A Mark Viduka strike at Elland Road was enough to see off the threat of Barsnley at Elland Road in January 2001. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
8. Leeds United in the FA Cup
Eirik Bakke celebrates scoring against Scunthorpe United at Glanford Park in January 2003. The Whites won 2-0 with Mark Viduka scoring the other. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
9. Leeds United in the FA Cup
A Rob Hulse goal earned the Whites a third round replay against Premier League Wigan Athletic in January 2006. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
10. Leeds United in the FA Cup
January 3, remember the date? The Whites caused the shock of the third round in January 2010 thanks to Jermaine Beckford's 19th minute winner. Photo: Getty
11. Leeds United in the FA Cup
Robert Snodgrass was spot on at the Emirates in January 2011 as his penalty earned the Whites a 1-1 draw and a lucrative replay at Elland Road. Photo: Getty
12. Leeds United in the FA Cup
Luciano Becchio's second-half strike - his 19th goal of the season - earned the Whites a replay against Championship rivals Birmingham City in January 2013. Photo: Varley Picture Agency