I vividly remember the game and can recall a large Yorkshireman near me proclaiming that the goalscorer should be given the freedom of the city of Leeds.
It was February, 1981, and a fierce, rising drive from the edge of the penalty area was enough to give Leeds a notable victory over the arch enemy, Manchester United. No matter where they were in the league, the Reds were the team to beat and as commentator on the game for the BBC local radio station, it was always going to stick in the memory.
Everybody loves beating the Reds, and on this occasion Leeds owed it to a tiny Welshman named Brian Flynn. The energetic midfield man was not a regular goalscorer, but the strike against United is one he will always remember.
"It is always nice to score and to register such an important goal was something to treasure," he said.
Brian's career with Leeds was never going to be easy. For many fans he was regarded as a direct replacement for Billy Bremner. They were little boots to te step into, but they had contained a giant in the eyes of the Elland Road faithful.
Brian joined Leeds from Burnley in 1977 and although he did not create the same impression as Bremner, he still enjoyed some good games for Leeds. Jimmy Armfield was the man who put faith in Flynn by
recognising his talent and signing him for the West Yorkshire club. As for Flynn, the player, he enjoyed his time with Leeds.
"It was a great club and still is. I was proud to be involved and although it was a transitional period, we still had some great players," he continued.
He was a hustler in midfield and could bite in the tackle. His talent was recognised at international level and he went on to win 66 caps for Wales. The diminutive Flynn often linked up well with the flamboyant Tony Currie. The latter had signed from Sheffield United a short time before Flynn and on their day the partnership could be very fruitful.
"Tony was a great talent, who could tease defences and make a mockery of oponents. On his day he was a joy to play alongside," said Brian.
Unfortunately for Brian things were getting tough at Leeds. Not just for him, but for everybody involved in the first team. Allan Clarke was now in charge and was battling hard to stave off relegation. Flynn returned to Burnley on loan in 1982 and later that year the move became permanent.
He was to see out his playing days in the lower divisions and that is where we find Brian now. He played for Wrexham towards the end of his career and he is currently manager at the Racecourse Ground. Wrexham find themselves in Division Two, but under Flynn have enjoyed some good times.
Fans of the club will recall a famous victory over cup kings Arsenal and there was promotion from the Third to the Second Devision engineered by Flynn and his management team.
"I hope we can do well in the Second Division. There are some good sides in the league, but we are capable of doing well providing we can reach a level of consistency,"said the Wrexham boss.
"I suppose the ultimate aim would be to get Wrexham into the Premier League. Some may call it a dream, but it could become reality."
So in the precarious world of football management, this ex-Leeds player has proved to be a winner. As a player Brian gave it his all and now he's aiming high at Wrexham.
Leeds fans don't remember him with the same affection as Bremner, Hunter or Jones, but those who were at Old Trafford in February,1981 still treasure the moment. Flynn, Wetherall and Deane - all with different styles, but with something in common. . . their goals beat Manchester United. The Leeds faithful are eternally grateful.
Born : Port Talbot, South Wales,12.10.55
Honours: 66 international caps for Wales,1975-84
Clubs: Burnley (twice), Leeds United, Cardiff City, Doncaster Rovers, Bury and
Wrexham.
Current position: Manager of Wrexham.