🔗 Share this article Matheus Cunha Scores to Earn Man Utd a Draw at Elland Road. Leeds United's Noah Okafor protects the ball from Manchester United's a defender in the top-flight encounter at their home ground. At a Glance Dominic Calvert-Lewin sees a first-half header come back off the upright. Aaronson fires the home side ahead with a well-placed finish in the second period. Cunha equalises just three minutes later. Leeds extend their best Premier League undefeated streak since 2001. The Red Devils' disappointing run of form persisted at Elland Road, but manager Ruben Amorim had Matheus Cunha to thank for the team avoiding even more disappointment against Leeds. The Everton loanee headed a first-half attempt against the woodwork for the in-form home team before the American midfielder applied a cool finish with a driven, 62nd-minute effort. At that stage, the United boss was under intense scrutiny after his side had failed to beat struggling Wolves at home earlier in the week. Nevertheless, against opponents who had two days less to prepare, Cunha restored parity three minutes later when he ran on to a through ball from introduced Joshua Zirkzee and slid a shot underneath rushing home goalkeeper Lucas Perri. It was only the South American's fourth goal since his high-profile summer move and came at a time when Amorim is without several key attacking players due to a combination of fitness issues and national team commitments. Not that you would expect the hosts to sympathise with that given their own lack of preparation time. Noah Okafor 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 struggling to make an impact, turned his teammate's cut-back wide from close range. Cunha, who had a goal ruled out for offside much earlier in the match, also fired against a post late on. The point prolongs Leeds' unbeaten run to seven games, their longest such streak since 2001, and takes them eight points clear of the drop zone. For the Manchester United though, it was yet another chance to move into the Champions League places, albeit only for a matter of hours, squandered. Manchester United Breakdown: Amorim's Side Misfire Again With the Africa Cup of Nations reaching its latter stages, Amorim could be understood for hoping the participating nations make a swift exit. Current injuries to skipper Bruno Fernandes and Three Lions star Mason Mount only heightened 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 experienced poor results earlier in the season. But without them, the boss has few alternatives in attack. He evidently does not have full faith in youngster Shea Lacey or the much more experienced Zirkzee, even though the Dutch forward delivered the through ball for the equaliser almost immediately after his arrival as a substitute. That leaves the Brazilian, who has now scored a small tally in five games, and others operating out of their preferred positions, alongside Benjamin Sesko. On this showing, the expensive frontman looks similar to previous underwhelming signings, lacking in belief and conviction in front of goal. Sesko's failure to turn home Zirkzee's cross means it is now a long run without a goal for the new signing. Leeds Analysis: A Further Step Towards Survival After thrilling victories in their last few home games, the arrival of their fiercest rivals to home was a bit drab affair. True, there were moments of typical atmosphere, but the intimidating edge was not as evident as in other fixtures. Leeds' fans were more concerned about their side's inability to get worthwhile possession in dangerous areas for any length of time. The striker's header that struck the post was an rare moment of threat in a congested first half. It still felt as though the hosts were struggling when a mistake opened the door for Aaronson. Ever so briefly, The home ecstatic fans thought they were about to secure a rare win against their old foes. However, there is a wider context for Daniel Farke and Leeds to deal with. When they endured a difficult run of form earlier in the season, many speculated about the manager's future. In contrast, he is now overseeing clear improvement. The job is not done yet but gradually, the team are getting nearer to securing their survival. Looking Ahead The Yorkshire club have a Premier League trip to Newcastle in midweek, followed by the start of their domestic cup campaign next weekend. Manchester United face a Premier League trip to Turf Moor before also beginning their cup journey with a home tie.