Thousands took to the streets of Leeds to catch a glimpse of the trophy just days after United beat Arsenal at Wembley thanks to a Allan Clarke header. The players also paraded the trophy inside Elland Road in front of jubliant fans. Enjoy these rarely-seen photos, published courtesy of Varley Picture Agency, which capture the spirit of the occasion as well as the pride and glory felt among both players and fans. READ MORE: 'Clarke 1-0' - 12 photos from Leeds United's 1972 FA Cup Final win
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Enjoy these memories as Leeds United paraded the FA Cup. PICS: Varley Picture Agency Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Goalscorer Allan Clarke and Terry Yorath on the parade bus. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Leeds United captain Billy Bremner with the trophy on the parade bus. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Thousands took the city's streets to celebrate the homecoming. This view looks towards City Square. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Fans catch a glimpse of the parade bus. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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A suited and booted Leeds United team in the middle of the Elland Road pitch. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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The Leeds United squad wave to the fans. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Jack Charlton chats with fans at Elland Road. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Peter Lorimer parades the trophy. Anyone know why he has a football in a plastic bag? Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Terry Cooper - who missed the final with a broken leg - is wheeled around Elland Road. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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