Any ideas as to the reason these two revellers locked lips at The Observatory in the city centre? It was David Beckham. His 30 minute goal against Colombia sealed a 2-0 win and England's progress to the quarter final stage of the World Cup in France. This was June 1998 and Leeds was a city full of hope, expectation and determination. It was a month which featured demonstration as well as change and new beginnings. READ MORE: 21 photo memories of Leeds city centre in 1998 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facfebook
1. Leeds in June 1998
Pupils at Cardinal Heenan High School were forced to take their exams in a school hall with a leaky roof. Photo: Justin Lloyd
2. Leeds in June 1998
Pupils from Priesthorpe High School were burying a time capsule as part of a new extension. Pictured with pupils are Paul Willis, of Willmott Dixon Construction, Coun Mick Coulson and head of history Judith Hart. Photo: Justin Lloyd
3. Leeds in June 1998
Proposals to close old people's homes in Leeds sparked a demonstration at Leeds Civic Hall. Photo: Steve Riding
4. Leeds in June 1998
Pupils from White Laith Primary at Whinmoor enjoy the school's 'Heather Garden' Pictured are Natalie McLean, Nicholas Wilson and Sarah Bastow. Photo: Justin Lloyd
5. Leeds in June 1998
Jubilation at The Guildford after England scored against Argentina in the World Cup quarter-final clash. Photo: Keith Lawson
6. Leeds in June 1998
The Oxfam book shop on Otley Road was extended. Helping to stock the shelves is Paul Morris, associate director at Storey Sons & Parker and book manager Graham Draisey. Photo: Hickes