🔗 Share this article Matheus Cunha Scores to Earn Manchester United a Share of the Spoils at Leeds. The home side's a player shields the ball from the opposition's Leny Yoro in the Premier League battle at their home ground. Key Moments Calvert-Lewin sees a early header come back off the upright. Aaronson puts the hosts ahead with a well-placed effort in the second period. Matheus Cunha responds only three minutes later. The Yorkshire side continue their best top-flight undefeated streak since 2001. Manchester United's disappointing recent struggles persisted at Elland Road, but manager the Portuguese tactician had his Brazilian forward to thank for his side not suffering even more damage against their old rivals. Dominic Calvert-Lewin directed a first-period effort against the woodwork for the confident hosts before Brenden Aaronson applied a cool finish with a low, 62nd-minute effort. With the goal, the United boss was under intense scrutiny after his side had failed to beat bottom-of-the-table Wolverhampton Wanderers at home earlier in the week. However, against a team who had two days less to prepare, the forward levelled three minutes later when he latched onto a pass from introduced the Dutchman and slid a finish underneath rushing Leeds goalkeeper Lucas Perri. It was only the Brazilian's fourth Premier League goal since his high-profile summer move and came at a time when Amorim is without four key attacking players due to a mix of fitness issues and international duty. Not that you would expect the hosts to sympathise with that given their own tight schedule. Noah Okafor 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 impression, turned Zirkzee's cut-back wide from six yards out. The goalscorer, who had a goal ruled out for offside much earlier in the contest, also blasted against a post in the dying moments. The point extends Leeds' unbeaten run to seven matches, their longest such streak since 2001, and takes them a significant margin clear of the drop zone. For the visitors though, it was yet another chance 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, the United coach could be forgiven for hoping the participating nations make a pretty quick exit. Current injuries to skipper Bruno Fernandes and Three Lions star Mason Mount only heightened the impact the absence of other forwards is having on the team's squad. It's not that the missing pair are the solution to all of United's problems. After all, they were part of the side that suffered poor results earlier in the season. But without them, Amorim has limited alternatives in attack. He evidently does not trust teenager Shea Lacey or the seasoned Zirkzee, even though the Dutch forward delivered the assist for Cunha's equaliser almost immediately after his arrival as a replacement. That leaves Cunha, who has now scored three goals in recent outings, and others playing out of their preferred positions, alongside Benjamin Sesko. On this evidence, the big-money frontman looks no better than previous underwhelming signings, lacking in belief and conviction 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 Analysis: Another Step Towards Survival After thrilling victories in their last few home games, the arrival of their fiercest rivals to home was a comparatively subdued affair. True, there were moments of expected atmosphere, but the intimidating edge was not as pronounced as in previous encounters. Leeds' fans were more concerned about their side's struggle to get worthwhile possession in dangerous areas for any length of time. The Calvert-Lewin header that clipped the post was an isolated moment of quality in a tight first half. It still felt as though Leeds were struggling when a mistake opened the door for Aaronson. For a short moment, Leeds' delirious fans thought they were about to secure a rare win against Manchester United. However, there is a wider context for the manager and Leeds to deal with. When they suffered a poor run of form earlier in the season, many speculated about the manager's future. In contrast, he is now overseeing clear improvement. The task is not done yet but step by step, Leeds are getting closer to achieving their top-flight status. What Happens Next? Leeds 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 league trip to Turf Moor before also entering their cup journey with a Old Trafford tie.