It was unhinged optimism that only a football fan could muster as Leeds United were relegated to Division One (Championship) in May 2004. The Whites fell through the relegation trapdoor after Charlton Athletic striker Jason Euell inspired a rousing comeback in front of 38,986 fans. The Addicks took an early lead through Matt Holland's 30-yard piledriver, but Leeds' Matthew Kilgallon restored parity with a close-range strike. Jermaine Pennant scored a superb second for Leeds before the break and Alan Smith converted a second-half penalty. But Leeds' advantage was shortlived as Euell scored from the spot and netted the equaliser from close range late on and seal United's fate. It would be Alan Smith's final game for the Whites. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
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Frazer Richardson battles for the ball with Charlton Athletic's Jonathan Johansson. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
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Frazer Richardson gets sandwiched between Charlton Athletic's Paul Konchesky and Matt Holland. Photo: Simon Hulme
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Alan Smith applauds the fans at full-time. Photo: Simon Hulme
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Alan Smith is mobbed by the fans after the match. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
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