The 1968 League Cup win against Arsenal at Wembley kicked off a legacy of legends and liberated Leeds from the role of the bridesmaid. Left-back Terry Cooper, whose volley won the final, said the cup victory was akin to “breaking the ice as regards winning something. Our side wasn’t far off its peak then. All the players were there.” These rarely-seen photos, published courtesy of Varley Picture Agency, tell the story of the journey to the final and a sure to evoke happy memories for a generation of fans. READ MORE: Terry Cooper - Fans memories of a Leeds United left back ahead of his time
7. 1968 League Cup
The back page of your Yorkshire Evening Post headlined 'Cooper hits dream goal'
8. 1968 League Cup
Thousands of fans turned out for Leeds United's homecoming parade. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
9. 1968 League Cup
The players with the trophy during the homecoming parade. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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