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Jermaine Beckford describes 'bizarre' moment he scored Old Trafford goal

We are fast approaching a decade since a Leeds United side languishing in League One contrived to knock Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United out of the FA Cup.

The third round tie at Old Trafford look to all intents and purposes a total mismatch, yet Simon Grayson masterminded a famous win in a season that also saw Leeds gain promotion to the second tier.

Leeds United fans still sing about the win at Elland Road, and there is one name they in particular they associate with the win - Jermaine Beckford.

The striker scored the all-important goal on January 3, 2010, securing him a place in Leeds United folklore.

"It was the most surreal moment," he said.

"Because the whole of Old Trafford was silent, apart from eight and half - nine thousand Leeds fans going absolutely beserk in the corner.

"It sounded like they were the eighty thousand fans in Old Trafford, it was bizzare. Absolutely amazing."

Leeds lad Jonny Howson played the long pass that put Beckford in the clear that day, and the striker hailed his passing ability as 'phenomenal.'

Describing the ball, Beckford said: "He's just put in one of the best passes that I've been on the end of."

Visit our  dedicated Leeds United page  for the latest news, views and analysis from Elland Road.

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