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
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Keith Edwards celebrates scoring against the Sky Blues in the FA Cup semi final at Hillsbrough Photo: Varley Picture Agency
9. Leeds United 1986/87
Brendan Ormsby celebrates scoring as the Whites push for promotion cotinued with a 3-2 win against Ipswich Town at Elland Road.
10. Leeds United 1986/87
Ian Baird celebrates scoring with a ball boy at Elland Road as the Whites beat Birmingham City 4-0 in April 1987.
11. Leeds United 1986/87
Brendan Ormsby celebrates scoring as the Whites beat West Bromwich Albion 3-2 at Elland Road. It was his fifth goal of the season.
12. Leeds United 1986/87
Keith Edwards is mobbed by his teammates after scoring the only goal of the game against Oldham Athletic at Elland Road in the play off semi-final first leg. Photo: Varley Picture Agency