Leeds United will make their long-awaited return to Wembley when they face Southampton in the Championship play-off final on Sunday. Daniel Farke’s side are just 90 minutes away from what they hope will be an instant return to the Premier League.
It’s been 16 years since Leeds supporters last made the long and nervy trip to Wembley, with Leeds having only been involved in the play-offs once in that time - a semi-final elimination at the hands of Derby County. Despite being such a long time ago, there are still some very recognisable faces who walked out in the white shirt that day and the YEP has taken a look at what they are up to nowadays.
7. CM: Jonathan Douglas
Joined Swindon Town in 2009 before spells at Brentford and Ipswich Town. Still going strong at 42 for Southern Amateur League outfit Richmond & Kew. | Getty Images
8. CM: Jonny Howson
Helped Leeds to win automatic promotion a couple of seasons later but left in 2012 for Premier League outfit Norwich City. Still playing, aged 35, and now at Championship rivals Middlesbrough. | Getty Images
9. LM: David Prutton
Left Leeds for Colchester United in 2010. Will most likely be at Wembley again on Sunday, presenting for Sky Sports. A regular columnist here at the YEP as well. | Getty Images
10. ST: Jermaine Beckford
Scored the decisive goal that took Leeds up two seasons later before earning his Premier League move to Everton in 2010. Remains a much-loved figure at Elland Road and regular pundit for Leeds games on Sky Sports. | Getty Images
11. ST: Dougie Freedman
Was only at Leeds on loan for that one season and finished his career two years later at Southend United. Is now sporting director at Crystal Palace and widely regarded among the best in the business. | Getty Images
12. Sub: David Lucas
Retired in 2015 after spells at Swindon Town, Rochdale, Birmingham City and Fleetwood Town. Currently goalkeeping coach at Everton. | Getty Images