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As underdogs snapping at the feet of well-heeled opponents, Leeds have developed a talent for feats of the unexpected, but, tonight in Estadio Riazor, they will be bartering from a rare position of strength.

David O'Leary and his team arrived yesterday knowing that their 3-0 lead from an imperious home performance 13 days ago has pushed Deportivo La Coruna to the brink.