🔗 Share this article Matheus Cunha Finds the Net to Secure Manchester United a Share of the Spoils at Leeds. The home side's Noah Okafor shields the ball from the opposition's Leny Yoro in the top-flight battle at their home ground. Key Moments Dominic Calvert-Lewin sees a first-half header ricochet off the upright. Aaronson puts the home side ahead with a low finish in the second period. Matheus Cunha levels only three minutes later. The Yorkshire side continue their best top-flight undefeated streak since the turn of the century. The Red Devils' poor run of form persisted at Leeds' fortress, but manager Ruben Amorim had Matheus Cunha to thank for the team not suffering even more disappointment against their old rivals. The Everton loanee directed a first-period effort against the post for the in-form hosts before the American midfielder applied a cool finish with a driven, 62nd-minute shot. With the goal, the United boss was in the firing line after his side had been held by bottom-of-the-table Wolves at home earlier in the week. Nevertheless, against a team who had two days less to recover, Cunha restored parity three minutes later when he latched onto a pass from substitute the Dutchman and slid 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 mix of fitness issues and international duty. Not that you would expect the hosts to care about that given their own tight schedule. Noah Okafor forced a full length save out of visiting goalkeeper Senne Lammens with a spectacular overhead kick, and United heads were in hands when the Slovenian striker, who is struggling to make an impact, turned his teammate's cut-back wide from six yards out. The goalscorer, who had a goal disallowed for offside much earlier in the match, also fired against a post in the dying moments. The draw extends Leeds' unbeaten run to seven games, their best such streak since over two decades ago, 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, wasted. 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 involved countries make a pretty quick exit. Current injuries to captain Bruno Fernandes and England international Mason Mount only heightened the impact the absence of other forwards is having on the team's options. It's not that the missing pair 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 season. But without them, Amorim has few alternatives in attack. He clearly does not trust teenager Shea Lacey or the seasoned Joshua Zirkzee, even though the Netherlands forward delivered the through ball for the equaliser almost instantly after his introduction as a replacement. That leaves Cunha, who has now scored three goals in five games, and others operating out of their preferred positions, alongside Sesko. On this showing, the big-money frontman looks similar to previous struggling signings, lacking in belief and conviction 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 Survival After memorable victories in their last few home games, the arrival of their fiercest rivals to Elland Road was a bit drab affair. True, there were instances of typical fervor, but the hostile edge was not as evident as in other fixtures. The home fans were more concerned about their side's inability to get worthwhile possession in advanced areas for any length of time. The Calvert-Lewin header that clipped the post was an isolated moment of threat in a tight first half. It still felt as though the hosts were struggling when a defensive error opened the door for the opener. Ever so briefly, The home 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 poor run of form earlier in the campaign, many speculated about the manager's position. Instead, he is now masterminding significant progress. The job is not completed yet but step by step, Leeds are getting nearer to securing their top-flight status. Looking Ahead Leeds have a top-flight trip to St James' Park in midweek, followed by the start of their domestic cup campaign next weekend. Manchester United face a Premier League trip to Burnley before also beginning their FA Cup journey with a home tie.