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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John Sheridan fires towards goal at Boundary Park in the play off semi-final second leg. A Keith Edwards strike meant the Whites went through on away goals rule.
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Play-off final first ieg action from Selhurst Park as Jack Ashurst rises to direct a header towards Charlton's goal during a rare attack.
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Brendan Ormsby celebrates scoring the winning goal against Charlton Athletic at Elland Road to level the tie take the play off final to a replay.
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Were you part of Leeds United's travelling army at St Andrew's? 18,000 fans watch the play-off final replay.
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A fantastic free kick from John Sheridan broke the play-off final replay deadlock in the 99th minute.
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But two goals from Peter Shirtliff broke United hearts and ensured Charlton kept their top flight status.