🔗 Share this article Matheus Cunha Finds the Net to Earn Manchester United a Point at Elland Road. Leeds United's a player shields the ball from Manchester United's a defender in the top-flight encounter at their home ground. At a Glance Calvert-Lewin sees a first-half header come back off the post. Aaronson puts the home side ahead with a low strike in the second half. Matheus Cunha equalises only three minutes later. The Yorkshire side extend their best top-flight undefeated streak since 2001. Manchester United's disappointing run of form continued at Leeds' fortress, but manager Ruben Amorim had Matheus Cunha to thank for his side avoiding even more damage against their old rivals. Dominic Calvert-Lewin directed a first-period attempt against the post for the confident hosts before the American midfielder applied a cool finish with a low, 62nd-minute effort. At that stage, the United boss was under intense scrutiny after his side had been held by struggling Wolverhampton Wanderers at home earlier in the week. Nevertheless, against a team who had two days less to recover, Cunha levelled three minutes later when he ran on to a through ball from substitute the Dutchman and guided a shot underneath advancing home goalkeeper Lucas Perri. It was only the Brazilian's fourth goal since his big-money summer move and came at a time when Amorim is without several key attacking players due to a mix of fitness issues and national team commitments. Not that Leeds to sympathise with that given their own tight schedule. The Swiss attacker forced a full length 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 impact, turned Zirkzee'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 in the dying moments. The draw prolongs Leeds' unbeaten run to seven matches, their best 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 short time, squandered. Man Utd Analysis: The Manager's Side Misfire Again With the Africa Cup of Nations reaching its knockout phase, Amorim could be understood for hoping the participating nations make a swift exit. Existing injuries to skipper Bruno Fernandes and Three Lions star Mason Mount only heightened the impact the unavailability of other attackers is having on Amorim's squad. 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, the boss has limited attacking options. He clearly does not trust teenager Shea Lacey or the much more experienced Joshua Zirkzee, even though the Netherlands forward provided the through ball for Cunha's equaliser almost instantly after his arrival as a replacement. That leaves the Brazilian, who has now scored three goals in recent outings, and others playing out of their natural positions, alongside Sesko. On this evidence, the expensive frontman looks no better than previous underwhelming signings, lacking in confidence and conviction in front of goal. Sesko's failure to turn home the cross means it is now a long run without a goal for the new signing. Leeds United Breakdown: Another Step Towards Safety After memorable victories in their previous home games, the arrival of their biggest rivals to home was a comparatively subdued affair. True, there were instances of typical fervor, but the hostile edge was not as evident as in other fixtures. Leeds' fans were more preoccupied about their side's struggle to get worthwhile possession in dangerous areas for any length of time. The striker's header that clipped the post was an rare moment of quality in a tight first half. It still felt as though the hosts were struggling when a defensive error opened the door for Aaronson. Ever so briefly, Leeds' delirious fans thought they were about to secure a rare win against Manchester United. Nevertheless, there is a much bigger picture for Daniel Farke and Leeds to deal with. When they suffered a difficult run of form earlier in the campaign, many speculated about the manager's future. In contrast, he is now masterminding significant progress. The job is not done yet but gradually, the team are getting closer to securing their survival. What Happens Next? Leeds have a Premier League trip to Newcastle in midweek, followed by the start of their domestic cup campaign next weekend. The Red Devils face a league trip to Burnley before also entering their cup journey with a home tie.