Terry Venables, like his counterpart Glenn Roeder, came into Leeds United' s clash against West Ham United at Upton Park in November 2002 under huge pressure. It lifted temporarily for the Whites boss after his charges ended up on the right side of a a seven goal thriller following in a 90 minutes littered with defensive mistakes. "You take the rough with the smooth," reflected Venables who lasted another four months as manager with the Whites finishing the campaign in 15th position just five points above the relegation places. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time
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Paolo di Canio pulled one back for the Hammers from the penalty spot after 50 minutes. Photo: Getty
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Mark Viduka argues with West Ham United's Tomas Repka. Photo: Getty
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Trevor Sinclair - pictured challenging for a header with Nick Barmby - scored after 74 minutes to set up a grandstand finish. Photo: Getty
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Gary Kelly battles with West Ham United's Paolo Di Canio. Photo: Getty
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"We came out today and defended deplorably," reflected Hammers manager Glenn Roeder. Photo: Getty
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"We were magnificent in the first half," reflected Leeds United manager Terry Venables. Photo: Varley Picture Agency