The Whites started the 1997/98 campaign bolstered by the signing of striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink after they had finished the previous season in 11th place, scoring just 28 league goals. The Whites would enjoy a fifth-place finish - the club's highest for three years - and UEFA Cup qualification. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time
7. Leeds United's 1997/98 season
David Robertson reaches for the ball ahead of Tottenham's Ruel Fox at White Hart Lane in November 1997. The Whites won 1-0 thanks to a winner from Rod Wallace. Photo: Getty
8. Leeds United's 1997/98 season
A game which has gone down in Leeds United folklore as the Whites battled back from 3-0 down to beat the Rams with Lee Bowyer scoring a last-gasp winner at Elland Road in November 1997. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
9. Leeds United's 1997/98 season
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink scored a hat-trick as the Whites beat West Ham United 3-1 at Elland Road in November 1997. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
10. Leeds United's 1997/98 season
Derek Lilley scored his one and only goal for Leeds United at Oakwell in a five goal thriller in November 1997. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
11. Leeds United's 1997/98 season
Rod Wallace congratulates strike partner Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink after he scored at Selhurst Park. 'Hot Rod' scored the other goal as Leeds won 2-0. Photo: Steve Riding
12. Leeds United's 1997/98 season
Harry Kewell in action against Newcastle United at St James's Park in February 1998. The game finished 1-1 with Rod Wallace scoring for the Whites. Photo: Varley Picture Agency