Leeds United' s 3-2 win against Newcastle United at Elland Road in September 1999 will not only be remembered for victory against a rejuvenated Magpies but also for an impressive home debut of a new signing - midfielder Eirik Bakke who had joined the club from Sogndal for £1.75 million. "A star was born as Leeds United went Bakke to the future..." read the intro of Phil Rostron's match report, with the fourth par adding an insight into things to come: "The tall, dark-haired Scandinavian possesses an air of nonchalance belied by unrelenting determination, an unswerving commitment in the tackle and a finely-tuned eye for an opportunity, emerging as a player who will take high ranking in manager David O'Leary's squad system." Enjoy these photos telling the story of a game to remember. READ MORE: Michael Bridges in focus - 21 goals in a Leeds United season to savour
Memories from the day Leeds United shot down the Magpies
By Andrew Hutchinson
Published 13th Dec 2020, 06:00 BST
"Norse star guides United to victory" read the headline on the back page of your Yorkshire Evening Post.
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