They did it at the expense of Birmingham City on a Sunday afternoon in February 1996, with a second half powerhouse performance yielding three unanswered goals to break the resolve of Barry Fry’s Blues and seal a League Cup final date with their second-city rivals Aston Villa in the process. Leading 2-1 from the first leg of the semi-final at St Andrew’s, Sgt Wilko's side did not have things all their own way against their First Division opponents, after a goalless first half. But despite being made to fight for it, Leeds eventually found a way thanks to goals from a trio of strikers Phil Masinga, Tony Yeboah and Brian Deane. Enjoy these photos, plucked from the YEP showcasing memories, from the victory which left the Elland Road faithful thinking about their travel and accommodation plans to north-west London. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time
1. Leeds United 3 Birmingham City 0
Phil Masinga and Birmingham's Chris Whyte both reach out for the ball. Photo: James Hardisty
2. Leeds United 3 Birmingham City 0
An acrobatic Phil Masinga fires towards goal. Photo: PA
3. Leeds United 3 Birmingham City 0
Phil Masinga celebrates scoring Leeds United's first goal. Photo: James Hardisty
4. Leeds United 3 Birmingham City 0
Tomas Brolin in action. He had signed for Leeds United from Palma in November 1995. Photo: James Hardisty
5. Leeds United 3 Birmingham City 0
Tony Yeboah fires Leeds into a 2-0 lead with an overhead kick as Birmingham's ex Leeds United defender Chris Whyte watches. Photo: James Hardisty
6. Leeds United 3 Birmingham City 0
Tony Yeboah battles with Birmingham City captain Gary Poole. Photo: James Hardisty