The supporters performed the unusual song before their Premier League clash with Manchester City on Saturday - but why do they do it?
Some football chants have strange back stories - and the one involving Leeds United fans removing their footwear as they sing their dislike for Manchester United is one of them.
The song is often heard at Leeds games, regardless of who they are playing - for example a loud chorus was performed on Saturday before their Premier League meeting with Manchester City.
So why do Leeds United fans take their shoes off if they hate Man Utd?
What are the lyrics of the chant?
They are very simple: "Shoes off, if you hate Man U", repeat ad nauseum.
Where does the "Shoes off" chant come from?
It has its roots in Middle Eastern culture, where showing the sole of a shoe is considered an insult, as the sole is constantly in contact with dirt on the floor.
It became better known in western culture when a reporter threw his shoes at former US President George Bush in a show of disgust over the invasion of Iraq, and has since been co-opted into football fandom.
Leeds fans have used this custom to their own ends on a few occasions, including a "shoes off if you hate Ken Bates" chant directed at their unpopular former owner.
The first time the Man Utd version was heard was in 2013, and it has regularly done the rounds in the stands at Elland Road since.
Edwan152
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they hate because of this .... 🤭🤭
Charliechaplain
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😂😂😂😂united isn't a top team anymore
MelroseMalone
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Leeds utd....soon it will be "shoes off we are relegated"[Crylaugh][Crylaugh][Crylaugh]
epjo
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TEN HAG is the new SIR ALEX FERGUSSON MANCHESTER UNITED should give him time and BUDGET to build a strong squad that no wan will want to play against
UnitedAkonam
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And after the chant, they collected 4 goals from United's neighbour....Sweet!
Gauzy
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This is what happens when fans are idiots. What they are actually doing is disgracing Leeds United. I'm not a Man U fan, but I know their history. They are in this turmoil due to their ownership and mismanagement of the club. It is just sad that such a great football club has to go through this. I just hope they just turn this blip around and give premier league the football they have been missing.
whykallar
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I blame Pogba the virus that destroyed Man Utd dressing room sad