Any ideas as to the reason these two revellers locked lips at The Observatory in the city centre? It was David Beckham. His 30 minute goal against Colombia sealed a 2-0 win and England's progress to the quarter final stage of the World Cup in France. This was June 1998 and Leeds was a city full of hope, expectation and determination. It was a month which featured demonstration as well as change and new beginnings. READ MORE: 21 photo memories of Leeds city centre in 1998 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facfebook
13. Armley
Children from the Strawberry Community Centre creche and playgroup helped Groundwork paint objects for a mural to brighten up their play area. Pictured, left to right, are Eva Schiffeldrin, George Carter and Ellis Smith. | Gary Longbottom Photo: Gary Longbottom
14. Bardsey
Bardsey Cub scouts had this trophy presented to them by Gordon Russell (left), treasuer of the Leeds Branch of the National Asthma Society. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
15. Leeds city centre
Harvey Nicks staff - Christine Wade, Ruth Williams and Jane Campy - enjoy a cocktail after work at the opening of Break for the Border on Lower Briggate. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
16. West Park
Business partners Janet Bray and Michael Gudgeon outside their butchers shop on Butcher Hill which was being repeatedly targeted by vandals. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
17. Leeds city centre
This is Ken Eagleton who was representing Leeds in the regional final of the Whitebread Senior Citizens Talent Contest. His routine included a homage to Tommy Cooper and spoon playing. | Mike Cowling Photo: Mike Cowling
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Share your memories of Leeds in June 1998 with Andrew Hutchinson via email at: [email protected] or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN | Mike Cowling Photo: Mike Cowling