🔗 Share this article Matheus Cunha Finds the Net to Snatch Man Utd a Point at Elland Road. The home side's a player protects the ball from Manchester United's a defender in the top-flight encounter at Elland Road. At a Glance Calvert-Lewin watches a early header come back off the post. Aaronson puts the home side ahead with a well-placed finish in the second half. Matheus Cunha responds only three minutes afterwards. Leeds extend their longest Premier League undefeated streak since the turn of the century. Manchester United's disappointing run of form continued at Leeds' fortress, but head coach the Portuguese tactician had his Brazilian forward to thank for the team avoiding even more damage against their old rivals. The Everton loanee directed a first-period attempt against the woodwork for the in-form home team before the American midfielder finished superbly with a low, 62nd-minute effort. With the goal, the United boss was in the firing line after his side had been held by bottom-of-the-table Wolves at home earlier in the week. However, against opponents who had two days less to prepare, the forward restored parity three minutes after the opener when he latched onto a through ball from introduced the Dutchman and guided a finish underneath advancing home 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 several key attacking players due to a mix of fitness issues and national team commitments. Not that the hosts to sympathise with that given their own lack of preparation time. Noah Okafor forced a diving save out of visiting goalkeeper Senne Lammens with a audacious overhead kick, and visiting heads were in hands when Benjamin Sesko, who is struggling to make an impression, turned his teammate's cut-back wide from six yards out. Cunha, who had a goal ruled out for offside much earlier in the match, also fired against a post late on. The draw prolongs Leeds' unbeaten run to seven matches, their longest such streak since 2001, and takes them a significant margin clear of the relegation zone. For the visitors though, it was yet another chance to move into fourth spot, albeit only for a matter of hours, squandered. Man Utd Analysis: Amorim's Side Struggle Again With the Africa Cup of Nations reaching its knockout phase, the United coach could be forgiven for hoping the involved countries make a swift exit. Existing injuries to captain Bruno Fernandes and Three Lions star Mason Mount only heightened the impact the absence of other attackers is having on the team's options. It's not that the missing pair are the answer to all of United's problems. After all, they were part of the side that experienced disappointing results earlier in the campaign. But without them, Amorim has few attacking options. He clearly does not trust teenager Shea Lacey or the much more experienced Zirkzee, even though the Dutch forward provided the through ball for the equaliser almost immediately after his introduction as a substitute. That leaves the Brazilian, who has now scored three goals in recent outings, and others playing out of their preferred positions, alongside Benjamin Sesko. On this showing, the big-money frontman looks no better than previous underwhelming signings, lacking in confidence and assurance in front of goal. Sesko's failure to turn home the cross means it is now a long run without a goal for the young striker. Leeds United Breakdown: Another Step Towards Safety After thrilling victories in their previous home games, the arrival of their biggest rivals to Elland Road was a bit drab affair. True, there were moments of typical fervor, but the intimidating edge was not as pronounced as in previous fixtures. Leeds' fans were more concerned about their side's struggle to get worthwhile possession in advanced areas for any length of time. The striker's header that clipped the post was an isolated 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. However, there is a wider context for Daniel Farke and Leeds to deal with. When they endured a poor run of form earlier in the season, many speculated about the manager's position. Instead, he is now masterminding clear improvement. The job is not done yet but step by step, the team are getting nearer to achieving their top-flight status. Looking Ahead Leeds have a Premier League trip to St James' Park in midweek, followed by the start of their domestic cup campaign next weekend. Manchester United face a Premier League trip to Turf Moor before also entering their cup journey with a Old Trafford tie.