Outrage and injustice remain the overriding emotions for a generation of Leeds United fans who were in Paris that night. The controversy surrounding the 1975 European Cup final against Bayern Munich is still felt by supporters today manifested in the chant 'We are the Champions, Champions of Europe' - amid a feeling that the club was cheated of victory. These photos, a mix plucked from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of Varley Picture Agency, chart the course to the club's only European Cup final, a journey which ended in bitter disappointment, rioting, and a football ban. READ MORE: 19 photos to take you back to Leeds in 1974 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. The road to Paris
United in the Nou Camp. From left to right, back row, Norman Hunter, Peter Lorimer, Paul Madeley, David Stewart, Gordon McQueen, Joe Jordan. Left to right, front row, Terry Yorath, Allan Clarke, Billy Bremner, Frank Gray and Trevor Cherry. | Getty Photo: Getty
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It proved to be a night of tension and drama in the Nou Camp as the Whites silenced the 110,000 capacity crowd thanks to an early goal from Peter Lorimer. | other Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Despite a Barca equaliser - Manuel Clares heading in Francisco Gallegos free-kick - and Gordon McQueen being sent off, the Whites hung on to reach the final. | Varley Picture Agency Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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This must be the high spot of my football life and I include in that some great experiences as a player, said manager Jimmy Armfield. | Varley Picture Agency Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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United dominated the early stages and were denied what looked a blatant penalty when Bayern captain Franz Beckenbauer handled. | YPN Photo: YPN
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Leeds looked to have taken a 62nd-minute lead through a stunning volley from Peter Lorimer. But, amid angry scenes, Bremner was ruled offside. | Varley Picture Agency Photo: Varley Picture Agency