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Fiona Kyle

'Cracking start...' How Leeds United fans reacted as Chelsea are thrashed in Frank Lampard's first match

Leeds United faced Frank Lampard's Derby County side no fewer than four times last season and it's an understatement to say the former England player is not a popular figure in West Yorkshire.

So when Lampard left the Rams in the summer, Leeds fans were naturally quick to wish him all the best in his new role in charge of his former club Chelsea and, following a heavy defeat to Manchester United, quick to offer their, er, condolences on Twitter.

The game ended with a 4-0 victory to Manchester United with former Leeds United target Daniel James among the scorers at Old Trafford.

Under normal circumstances Leeds fans would never be seen praising a Manchester United victory, but the opportunity to pile in on social media on Sunday was too good to pass up...

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