More than 22,000 fans turned out to bask in the glory and watch arguably the world's most meaningless friendly just days after the Whites won the Second Division title at Bournemouth in May 1990. Leeds took on Genoa in a game which finished 1-1 with Gordon Strachan being dubbed "the little gentleman" by the Italians who were convinced he diplomatically knocked a first half penalty well wide after one of their players had been sent off. It was a belief emphasised five minutes from time when Genoa were awarded a penalty of their own. Captain Gianluca Signorini insisted on taking the spot kick which he lobbed into the hands of Mervyn Day. Enjoy these rarely-seen photos, published courtesy of Varley Picture Agency, of the celebrations before the game. Were you among the crowd that night? READ MORE: 23 memories from Leeds United's 1990-91 season
7. Elland Road promotion celebrations
The players celebrate with the fans on a lap of honour. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
8. Elland Road promotion celebrations
Glynn Snodin and Imre Varadi, who put Leeds ahead in the friendly against Genoa that night, take centre stage in this photo. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
9. Elland Road promotion celebrations
Sgt Wilko address the Elland Road crowd. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
10. Elland Road promotion celebrations
Mervyn Day and Vinnie Jones. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
11. Elland Road promotion celebrations
Vinnie Jones was only booked three times during the 1989/90 campaign. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
12. Elland Road promotion celebrations
Mike Whitlow holds aloft the trophy as the players enjoy a lap of honour. Photo: Varley Picture Agency