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Allegedly Leeds fans were given a rousing reception in North London & fittingly so given their well known reputation for their bonhomie towards opposing fans. Lest we forget, this is a club that was ‘robbed’ of the European Cup in 1973 by a referee that was ‘allegedly’ given to award more leeway to Inter Milan than they were deemed to deserve thus the Italians winning the title Champions of Europe. Of course, this has never stopped the ‘Leeds Faithful’ chanting their defiance of that ‘blatant piece of injustice’ by continuing to chant ever since ‘Champions of Europe’ to fields as far away from that heady night in Europe at places like Southend, Wigan, Miillwall & last but not least..Donny.So to all you Donny ‘Lilly Whites’ from my days in the 70,s when I trudged down to Belle Vue every home game to watch my local team whilst you chose to ‘bathe in the glory’ of watching Leeds on tv, I truly, truly hope that yet again, just as in 1973, you fall at the the ‘final hurdle’ & fail to gain promotion from the Championship where, in failing to reach the higher echelons of English Football your nemesis awaits you.......Doncaster Rovers!
European Cup Winers Cup final 1973 AC Milan v Leeds UtdThe Greek crowd at the final reacted to perceived bias towards Milan by referee Christos Michas by throwing missiles during the victors' lap of honour, but despite protests, the result was not overturned. UEFA later banned Michas for life due to match fixing, although his role in this match was not investigated.Michas worked several high-profile matches, including four consecutive Greek Football Cup finals, before being selected for European competitions. His performance at the 1973 European Cup Winners' Cup Final was widely criticized, leading to an investigation. UEFA banned Michas from refereeing for life following the investigation.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christos_Michas