The intoxicating atmosphere of European football at its highest level, brought out the best in David O'Leary's team as his side cut a swathe across the continent. For nine glorious months Leeds United really were the talk of Europe. These photos tell the story of a journey to remember and are sure to evoke happy memories for a generation of the Elland Road faithful. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time
13. Champions League adventure
Real Madrid 3 Leeds United 2: 8,000 fans painted the Plaza Mayor white. Has anyone forgiven referee Ryszard Wojcik for missing that blatant Raul handball yet? Photo: Getty
14. Champions League adventure
Leeds United 3 Lazio 3: An under-strength Leeds side delivered a hugely impressive Elland Road show against Lazio, whose team included Fabrizio Ravanelli and Pavel Nedved. Photo: Getty
15. Champions League adventure
Leeds United 3 Deportivo La Coruna 0: A complete performance for many supporters thanks to a cavalier spirit and the inspiration of a five-star show from captain-for-the-night Rio Ferdinand. Photo: Getty
16. Champions League adventure
Deportivo La Coruna 2 Leeds United 0: The Whites survived a 90-minute battering to reach the semi-final for the first time in 26 years but needed a mixture of good fortune and fantastic defending to achieve it in a pulsating game. Photo: Getty
17. Champions League adventure
Leeds United 0 Valencia 0: The Whites were driven on by a crackling Elland Road atmosphere but could not find a breakthrough. Valencia almost snatched a win deep into injury time, but Ferdinand headed off the line from sub Vicente. Photo: PA
18. Champions League adventure
Valencia 3 Leeds United 0: CL death by a thousand cuts finally brought the European adventure to an end in Spain. When Juan Sanchez used an arm to turn home Mendieta's 15th-minute cross, the Whites had suffered one setback too many Photo: Gerard Binks