Speed remembered as Leeds down Millwall

03 December 2011 15:58

Robert Snodgrass scored twice in the space of two minutes on Saturday to fire Leeds to a 2-0 win over Championship rivals Millwall and serve up a fitting tribute to former player Gary Speed.

Over 27,000 fans joined in a minute's applause before kick off to honour the long-time Leeds servant, who was found hanged at his home in Cheshire, north-west England, last Sunday.

Snodgrass's second-half brace comprised a stunning free-kick and a brave diving header, which was watched from the stands by Speed's wife Louise and former teammates and fellow midfielders David Batty, Gordon Strachan and Gary McAllister.

The quartet inspired Leeds to the last First Division Championship in 1992.

United's first home win in two months followed on the back of an impressive 4-0 midweek win against Nottingham Forest and strengthens their hold on a play-off spot.

Millwall remain involved in a relegation scrap, two points above the relegation zone.

Source: AFP