Enjoy these photo memories from Leeds United's Premier League clash against West Ham Unuited at Elland Road in February 2003. PIC: GettyEnjoy these photo memories from Leeds United's Premier League clash against West Ham Unuited at Elland Road in February 2003. PIC: Getty
Enjoy these photo memories from Leeds United's Premier League clash against West Ham Unuited at Elland Road in February 2003. PIC: Getty

The day a Leeds United legend proved an unhappy Hammer

It was the day a Leeds United legend made a return to Elland Road.
By Andrew Hutchinson
Published 8th Feb 2022, 15:47 BST
Updated 10th Feb 2022, 13:13 BST

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Lee Bowyer's first return to Leeds United since he left the club for West Ham United ended in defeat. Midfielder Seth Johnson put the Whites ahead with his first goal for the club and it proved to be the eventual winner. West Ham striker Freddie Kanoute was red-carded for violent conduct in the second-half of the Premier League clash in February 2003. Leeds were without Alan Smith, Harry Kewell and Mark Viduka and they had a makeshift strike force of midfielder Eirik Bakke and 17-year-old James Milner. "It was a welcome three points. I thought we played excellently," said Leeds United manager Terry Venables. The Whites finished the season in 15th position, five points and three places ahead of West Ham United who were relegated. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook

All eyes on the ball for Michael Duberry and West Ham United striker Jermain Defoe.

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All eyes on the ball for Michael Duberry and West Ham United striker Jermain Defoe. Photo: Getty

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Eirik Bakke tangles with West Ham United's Rufus Brevett.

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Eirik Bakke tangles with West Ham United's Rufus Brevett. Photo: Getty

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Eirik Bakke gets in a tangle with Lee Bowyer.

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Eirik Bakke gets in a tangle with Lee Bowyer. Photo: Getty

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Seth Johnson fires home what proved to be the only goal of the game.

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Seth Johnson fires home what proved to be the only goal of the game. Photo: Getty

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Lee Bowyer is held back by Michael Duberry.

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Lee Bowyer is held back by Michael Duberry. Photo: Getty

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Captain Dom Matteo receives treatment during the game.

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Captain Dom Matteo receives treatment during the game. Photo: Getty

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