🔗 Share this article Cunha Finds the Net to Snatch Manchester United a Draw at Leeds. Leeds United's a player protects the ball from Manchester United's Leny Yoro in the Premier League battle at Elland Road. At a Glance Calvert-Lewin sees a first-half header come back off the upright. Aaronson puts the hosts ahead with a well-placed strike in the second half. Cunha responds only three minutes later. The Yorkshire side continue their best top-flight undefeated streak since 2001. The Red Devils' poor run of form continued at Leeds' fortress, but manager Ruben Amorim had his Brazilian forward to thank for his side avoiding even more disappointment against Leeds. The Everton loanee headed a first-period effort against the woodwork for the in-form home team before the American midfielder finished superbly with a low, 62nd-minute effort. At that stage, Amorim was under intense scrutiny after his side had failed to beat bottom-of-the-table Wolves at home earlier in the week. However, against a team who had less time to recover, Cunha levelled three minutes later when he ran on to a pass from substitute Joshua Zirkzee and guided a finish underneath rushing home goalkeeper Lucas Perri. It was only the Brazilian'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 international duty. Not that you would expect 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 visiting heads were in hands when the Slovenian striker, who is struggling to make an impact, turned Zirkzee's cut-back wide from six yards out. Cunha, who had a goal disallowed for offside much earlier in the match, also fired against a post in the dying moments. The draw prolongs the home side's unbeaten run to seven games, their best such streak since 2001, and takes them a significant margin clear of the relegation zone. For the Manchester United though, it was yet another opportunity to move into fourth spot, albeit only for a matter of hours, wasted. Man Utd Analysis: Amorim'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. Current injuries to captain Bruno Fernandes and Three Lions star Mason Mount only exacerbated the impact the absence of other attackers is having on Amorim's squad. It's not that the missing pair are the solution to all of the club's problems. After all, they were part of the side that experienced poor results earlier in the campaign. But without them, the boss has limited attacking options. He clearly does not trust youngster Shea Lacey or the much more experienced Joshua Zirkzee, even though the Netherlands forward provided the assist for Cunha's equaliser almost instantly after his arrival as a substitute. That leaves the Brazilian, who has now scored three goals in recent outings, and others operating out of their preferred positions, alongside Benjamin Sesko. On this evidence, the expensive frontman looks no better than previous struggling 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 young striker. Leeds United Breakdown: A Further Step Towards Safety After thrilling victories in their previous home games, the arrival of their biggest rivals to home was a comparatively subdued affair. True, there were moments of typical atmosphere, but the intimidating edge was not as evident as in previous encounters. The home fans were more concerned about their side's inability to get worthwhile possession in advanced areas for any prolonged period. The striker's header that clipped the post was an isolated moment of quality in a congested first half. It still felt as though Leeds were finding it tough when a mistake opened the door for Aaronson. For a short moment, The home delirious fans thought they were about to secure a rare win against Manchester United. However, there is a wider context for the manager and the club to deal with. When they endured a poor run of form earlier in the season, many speculated about the manager's future. Instead, he is now masterminding significant improvement. The task is not completed yet but step by step, the team are getting nearer to achieving their top-flight status. Looking Ahead Leeds have a Premier League trip to Newcastle in midweek, followed by the start of their FA Cup campaign next weekend. Manchester United face a Premier League trip to Burnley before also beginning their cup journey with a home tie.