Leeds United - on this day: Johnny Giles makes Whites debut after Manchester United switch

The Leeds legend began his Elland Road career 57 years ago today.
By Joe Urquhart
Published 31st Aug 2020, 12:11 GMT
Updated 31st Aug 2020, 13:28 GMT
Johnny Giles in action for Leeds United. (Getty)Johnny Giles in action for Leeds United. (Getty)
Johnny Giles in action for Leeds United. (Getty)

The date...

August 31, 1963

The event...

Johnny Giles makes Leeds United debut against Bury

What happened?

After sealing a £33,000 move from Old Trafford to Leeds United, Johnny Giles was handed his debut by manager Don Revie.

Giles featured against Bury in a 3-0 victory at Elland Road as he took his first steps towards becoming a huge part of history in West Yorkshire.

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The Dublin-born midfielder went on to enjoy a 12-year spell with Leeds as he became a vital member of Revie's boys, who won countless trophies in the late 60s and early 70s.

Giles scored 114 goals in 523 appearances during his spell with the club from 1963 to 1975.

Related topics:Manchester UnitedDon RevieElland RoadOld TraffordLeeds

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