The FA refused permission to broadcast a second of the Whites’ triumph against Juventus at Elland Road. Don Revie’s sweat-soaked troops became the last-ever winners of the competition after a battling 1-1 draw with Italian giants saw them lift the trophy via the away goal rule. “I have always said that the Fairs Cup is almost as difficult to win as the European Cup, and I saw no reason to change my mind this season," said manager Don Revie. These rarely-seen photos, a mix from the YEP archive, Getty and others published courtesy of Varley Picture Agency, tell the story of that European triumph. READ MORE: The Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Final win which silenced Leeds United's critics LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
1. 1971 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Final
The scene was set for an Elland Road showdown after the Whites came back twice to earn a 2-2 first leg draw in Italy thanks to goals from Paul Madeley and Mick Bates. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
2. 1971 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Final
The Whites had applied for permission to have the match televised by the BBC after the two parties agreed a deal. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
3. 1971 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Final
But the FA rejected the request claiming was enough televised football already in the shape of the European Cup final between Ajax and Panathinaikos at Wembley. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
4. 1971 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Final
An FA spokesman said at the time: "We have told Leeds of our decision and that is final. Also, there will be no highlights of the match televised on Thursday evening... one live football match on television a week is enough. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
5. 1971 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Final
The Juventus team featured Fabio Capello - pictured competing for a header with Mick Jones - who would go on to manage the Three Lions.
6. 1971 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Final
Allan Clarke gave Leeds an early lead after swivelling at pace to turn and fire first time into the bottom left hand corner of the net. Photo: Varley Picture Agency