After reaching the Champions League semi-finals six years ago, Leeds now face the prospect of facing Cheltenham, Hartlepool and a Yorkshire derby with Doncaster in League One next season.

Alan Lee’s 88th minute glancing header to secure a 1-1 draw prompted a pitch invasion at Elland Road.

It sparked chaotic scenes among furious fans for whom the reality of third-tier football next season proved too much to bear.

Referee Michael Jones had led the players from the field with several minutes of time added on still to play.