It was a day the Elland Road faithful turned out in force to thank a safe pair of hands. More than 16,000 fans watched Leeds United take on Arsenal in John Lukic's testimonial in August 1996. The legendary goalkeeper played the first half for the Gunners and the second half for the mighty Whites. He spent his entire professional career playing for Leeds United and Arsenal, making 596 league appearances altogether over two spells with each club. His Leeds accolades included another First Division title win in 1992 and the following summer's Charity Shield. The testimonial marked a fond farewell having rejoined Leeds in May 1990 when he became the club’s most expensive signing to replace the ageing Mervyn Day. READ MORE: 23 photo memories from Leeds United's 1991-92 First Division title winning season LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
1. John Lukic testimonial
John Lukic walks out with daughters Zoe, 2, Amy, 9, and son John, 10. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
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Leeds United's Andy Couzens battles with veteran Viv Anderson playing for Arsenal. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
3. John Lukic testmionial
John Lukic, playing for Arsenal, takes the ball ahead of Harry Kewell. | Steve Ridng Photo: Steve Ridng
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Harry Kewell equalised for Leeds United in the 20th minute after Glenn Helder opened the scoring for Arsenal in the eighth minute. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
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John Lukic makes a save during his testimonial. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
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Striker Mark Hateley takes a breather. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding