🔗 Share this article Cunha Finds the Net to Snatch Manchester United a Point at Leeds. The home side's a player protects the ball from the opposition's Leny Yoro in the top-flight clash at their home ground. Key Moments Dominic Calvert-Lewin watches a first-half header ricochet off the post. Aaronson puts the home side ahead with a well-placed strike in the second period. Matheus Cunha responds only three minutes later. The Yorkshire side extend their best top-flight undefeated streak since the turn of the century. Manchester United's disappointing 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 Leeds. The Everton loanee directed a first-period effort against the post for the in-form home team before the American midfielder applied a cool finish with a low, 62nd-minute effort. At that stage, Amorim was under intense scrutiny after his side had been held by struggling Wolves at home earlier in the week. However, against opponents who had two days less to prepare, Cunha restored parity three minutes later when he latched onto a pass from substitute the Dutchman and guided a shot underneath advancing Leeds goalkeeper Lucas Perri. It was only the Brazilian'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 mix of injury and international duty. Not that you would expect Leeds to care about that given their own lack of preparation time. The Swiss attacker forced a diving save out of visiting goalkeeper Senne Lammens with a audacious overhead kick, and visiting heads were in hands when the Slovenian striker, who is finding it hard to make an impression, turned his teammate's cut-back wide from close range. The goalscorer, who had a goal disallowed for offside much earlier in the match, also fired against a post in the dying moments. The point prolongs Leeds' unbeaten run to seven games, their longest such streak since 2001, and takes them eight points clear of the relegation zone. For the visitors though, it was yet another opportunity to move into the Champions League places, albeit only for a matter of hours, squandered. Manchester United Breakdown: The Manager's Side Struggle Again With the Africa Cup of Nations reaching its latter stages, Amorim could be understood for hoping the participating nations make a pretty quick exit. Existing injuries to captain Bruno Fernandes and England international Mason Mount only heightened the impact the unavailability of other forwards is having on the team's options. It's not that the absent players are the solution to all of United's problems. After all, they were part of the side that experienced poor results earlier in the campaign. But without them, the boss has limited attacking options. He clearly does not have full faith in youngster Shea Lacey or the much more experienced Zirkzee, even though the Dutch forward provided the through ball for the equaliser almost instantly after his arrival as a substitute. That leaves Cunha, who has now scored a small tally in recent outings, and others playing out of their preferred positions, alongside Benjamin Sesko. On this showing, the expensive frontman looks no better than previous underwhelming signings, lacking in confidence and assurance in front of goal. His failure to turn home the cross means it is now a long run without a goal for the young striker. Leeds United Breakdown: A Further Step Towards Survival 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 instances of typical atmosphere, but the intimidating edge was not as evident as in other encounters. Leeds' fans were more concerned about their side's struggle to get sustained possession in dangerous areas for any prolonged period. The Calvert-Lewin header that clipped the post was an rare moment of threat in a tight first half. It still felt as though Leeds were finding it tough when a defensive error opened the door for the opener. For a short moment, The home delirious fans thought they were about to secure a coveted win against Manchester United. However, there is a much bigger picture for the manager and Leeds to deal with. When they suffered a poor run of form earlier in the campaign, many speculated about the manager's position. In contrast, he is now overseeing clear improvement. The task is not completed yet but step by step, the team are getting nearer to securing their survival. Looking Ahead The Yorkshire club have a top-flight trip to Newcastle in midweek, followed by the start of their domestic cup campaign next weekend. Manchester United face a Premier League trip to Burnley before also entering their FA Cup journey with a Old Trafford tie.