The 3-0 victory at Hillsborough in April 2000 brought to an end an eight match run without a win for the Whites and makes the Owls' protracted struggle for Premiership survival all but mathematically over. It took just 40 seconds for David Hopkin to fire the visitors ahead, with an inspired goal apiece for Michael Bridges and Harry Kewell after the interval to finish the cull. Leeds finished the season in third place behind Arsenal and runaway champions Manchester United. Wednesday were relegated, sandwiched in between Wimbledon and bottom of the league Watford. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time
1. Sheffield Wednesday 0 Leeds United 3
Michael Bridges battles for the ball. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
2. Sheffield Wednesday 0 Leeds United 1
David Hopkins fires home after just 40 seconds to put the Whites ahead. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
3. Sheffield Wednesday 0 Leeds United 3
David Hopkin celebrates with his teammates after putting the Whites ahead. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
4. Sheffield Wednesday 0 Leeds United 3
Sheffield Wednesday's Des Walker tries to clear as Michael Bridges closes in. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
5. Sheffield Wednesday 0 Leeds United 3
Michael Bridges celebrates scoring Leeds United's second goal after 53 minutes. Photo: Getty
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Winger Jason Wilcox in full flow. Photo: Varley Picture Agency