Bremner’s Leeds United were almost touched by magic towards the end the 1986-87 season but defeat in the FA Cup semi-finals and a shattering play-off final ruined a romantic tale. Neither loss was anything less than defeat pulled from the jaws of victory. Bremner was the first coach on a decade to get United to the last four of the FA Cup before being edged out in a five goal thriller against Coventry City. And a generation of fans will reminisce how the Whites came within seven minutes of being promoted back to the top flight. Enjoy these rarely-seen photos, plucked from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of Varley Picture Agency, of memories from the Cup run and the race for promotion. READ MORE: Memories from Leeds United's 1982/83 season
1. Leeds United 1986/87
Ian Baird in FA Cup third round action against Telford United at a snowy Hawthorns. He scored a brace that day to send Leeds through. Photo: Getty
2. Leeds United 1986/87
Brendan Ormsby gets in a header against QPR in February 1987. His goal proved the difference on the day sparking scenes of pandemonium among the Elland Road faithful.
3. Leeds United 1986/87
John Sheridan scores from the penalty spot against Grimsby Town at Elland Road in March 1987.
4. Leeds United 1986/87
FA Cup quarter final action from Springfield Park as Micky Adams and John Stiles wrote their names into Elland Road folklore.
5. Leeds United 1986/87
Ian Baird scored a hat-trick against Plymouth Argyle at Elland Road in March 1987. The Whites won 4-0.
6. Leeds United 1986/87
David Rennie put the Whites in front against Coventry City in the semi-final of the FA Cup at Hillsborough.