🔗 Share this article Cunha Finds the Net to Snatch Manchester United a Share of the Spoils at Leeds. The home side's Noah Okafor protects the ball from Manchester United's a defender in the Premier League battle at Elland Road. At a Glance Dominic Calvert-Lewin sees a early header come back off the upright. Aaronson puts the hosts ahead with a low effort in the second period. Cunha responds just three minutes later. Leeds extend their longest top-flight unbeaten run since the turn of the century. The Red Devils' poor run of form continued at Elland Road, but manager the Portuguese tactician had his Brazilian forward to thank for his side not suffering even more disappointment against their old rivals. Dominic Calvert-Lewin headed a first-half attempt against the post for the in-form hosts before the American midfielder finished superbly with a low, 62nd-minute effort. With the goal, Amorim was in the firing line after his side had failed to beat bottom-of-the-table Wolverhampton Wanderers at home earlier in the week. Nevertheless, against opponents who had two days less to recover, the forward restored parity three minutes later when he ran on to a through ball from substitute Joshua Zirkzee and slid a finish underneath advancing Leeds goalkeeper Lucas Perri. It was only the South American's fourth goal since his big-money summer move and came at a time when the manager is without four key attacking players due to a combination of fitness issues and national team commitments. Not that the hosts to care about that given their own tight schedule. The Swiss attacker forced a full length save out of Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens with a spectacular overhead kick, and United heads were in hands when Benjamin Sesko, who is finding it hard to make an impression, turned his teammate's cut-back wide from six yards out. The goalscorer, who had a goal ruled out for offside much earlier in the match, also blasted against a post in the dying moments. The draw extends Leeds' unbeaten run to seven matches, their best such streak since over two decades ago, and takes them eight points clear of the drop zone. For the visitors though, it was yet another opportunity to move into the Champions League places, albeit only for a short time, squandered. Manchester United Breakdown: The Manager's Side Misfire Again With the Africa Cup of Nations reaching its latter stages, the United coach could be understood for hoping the participating nations make a swift exit. Existing injuries to skipper Bruno Fernandes and Three Lions star Mason Mount only heightened the impact the absence of other forwards is having on Amorim's squad. It's not that the missing pair are the solution to all of United's problems. After all, they were part of the side that suffered disappointing results earlier in the season. But without them, the boss has limited alternatives in attack. He evidently does not trust teenager Shea Lacey or the seasoned Joshua Zirkzee, even though the Netherlands forward provided the through ball for the equaliser almost immediately after his arrival as a substitute. That leaves Cunha, who has now scored three goals in recent outings, and others operating out of their preferred positions, alongside Benjamin Sesko. On this evidence, the expensive frontman looks no better than previous struggling signings, lacking in belief and assurance in front of goal. His failure to turn home the cross means it is now nine games without a goal for the new signing. Leeds Analysis: Another Step Towards Safety After thrilling victories in their previous home games, the arrival of their fiercest rivals to Elland Road was a comparatively subdued affair. True, there were moments of typical fervor, but the intimidating edge was not as evident as in previous encounters. The home fans were more concerned about their side's struggle to get worthwhile possession in dangerous areas for any prolonged period. The Calvert-Lewin header that clipped the post was an rare moment of threat in a congested first half. It still felt as though the hosts were finding it tough when a defensive error opened the door for Aaronson. For a short moment, Leeds' ecstatic fans thought they were about to secure a coveted win against their old foes. Nevertheless, there is a wider context for the manager and Leeds to deal with. When they suffered a poor run of form earlier in the campaign, many thought about the manager's position. Instead, he is now masterminding clear improvement. The job is not completed yet but gradually, the team are getting nearer to achieving their top-flight status. Looking Ahead Leeds have a top-flight trip to St James' Park in midweek, followed by the start of their FA Cup campaign next weekend. Manchester United face a league trip to Burnley before also entering their cup journey with a home tie.