đź”— Share this article Matheus Cunha Finds the Net to Snatch Manchester United a Point at Leeds. The home side's a player protects the ball from Manchester United's Leny Yoro in the top-flight encounter at Elland Road. Key Moments Dominic Calvert-Lewin watches a early header ricochet off the post. Brenden Aaronson fires the home side ahead with a low effort in the second period. Cunha equalises just three minutes later. Leeds extend their best top-flight undefeated streak since the turn of the century. The Red Devils' poor run of form persisted at Elland Road, but manager the Portuguese tactician had Matheus Cunha to thank for his side avoiding even more damage against Leeds. Dominic Calvert-Lewin directed a first-period effort against the post for the confident home team before the American midfielder finished superbly with a driven, 62nd-minute shot. At that stage, the United boss was under intense scrutiny after his side had failed to beat struggling Wolverhampton Wanderers at home earlier in the week. However, against opponents who had two days less to prepare, the forward levelled three minutes after the opener when he latched onto a through ball from introduced Joshua Zirkzee and guided a shot underneath rushing Leeds goalkeeper Lucas Perri. It was only the Brazilian's fourth Premier League goal since his big-money summer move and came at a time when the manager is without four key attacking players due to a combination of fitness issues and international duty. Not that the hosts to care about that given their own tight schedule. The Swiss attacker forced a full length save out of Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens with a audacious overhead kick, and United heads were in hands when Benjamin Sesko, who is finding it hard to make an impression, turned his teammate's cut-back wide from six yards out. The goalscorer, who had a goal ruled out for offside much earlier in the match, also blasted against a post late on. The point prolongs Leeds' unbeaten run to seven games, 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 the Champions League places, albeit only for a matter of hours, wasted. Man Utd Analysis: The Manager's Side Struggle Again With the AFCON reaching its latter stages, the United coach could be understood for hoping the involved countries make a pretty quick exit. Existing injuries to captain Bruno Fernandes and England international Mason Mount only exacerbated the impact the absence of other attackers is having on Amorim's options. It's not that the absent players are the answer to all of the club's problems. After all, they were part of the side that suffered poor results earlier in the campaign. But without them, the boss has limited alternatives in attack. He clearly does not trust teenager Shea Lacey or the much more experienced Zirkzee, even though the Dutch forward delivered the through ball for Cunha's 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 natural positions, alongside Benjamin Sesko. On this showing, the big-money frontman looks no better than previous struggling signings, lacking in belief and assurance in front of goal. His failure to turn home Zirkzee's cross means it is now nine games without a goal for the young striker. Leeds United Breakdown: A Further Step Towards Safety After thrilling victories in their previous home games, the arrival of their fiercest rivals to home was a comparatively subdued affair. True, there were moments of typical fervor, but the hostile edge was not as evident as in other fixtures. Leeds' fans were more concerned about their side's struggle to get worthwhile possession in dangerous areas for any prolonged period. The striker's header that struck the post was an rare moment of quality 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, The home delirious fans thought they were about to secure a coveted win against Manchester United. Nevertheless, there is a much bigger picture for Daniel Farke and Leeds to deal with. When they endured a poor run of form earlier in the season, many thought about the manager's position. Instead, he is now overseeing significant progress. The job is not done yet but gradually, Leeds are getting closer to securing their top-flight status. What Happens Next? The Yorkshire club have a top-flight trip to Newcastle in midweek, followed by the start of their FA Cup campaign next weekend. The Red Devils face a Premier League trip to Burnley before also entering their cup journey with a Old Trafford tie.