Plenty has changed since Manchester United were last 'welcomed' to Elland Road in the Premier League by those passionate Leeds United supporters.
No sooner than 18 years on from their last league meeting in front of fans in October 2003, though, a short trip across the M62 remains a hugely significant character test for any player wearing red - young or old.
Elite sport has a unique way of working in circles and drawing familiarities with its storylines.