"Living the dream," was how Peter Ridsdale once famously described Leeds United’s thrilling run to the Champions League semi-finals during the 2000/01 season. The intoxicating atmosphere of European football at its highest level, brought out the best in David O'Leary's team as his side cut a swathe across the continent. For nine glorious months Leeds United really were the talk of Europe. This series of rarely-seen photos, a mix from the YEP archive, PA, Getty and others published courtesy of Varley Picture Agency, relive the adventure game-by-game. READ MORE: 19 memories from Leeds United's UEFA Cup campaigns
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