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Lions winger Femi Azeez scored twice as Alex Neil’s men caused an upset by progressing to the fifth round for the first time since 2018-19.
In-form Millwall arrived in West Yorkshire on the back of three straight league wins and proved too strong for an under-strength Leeds outfit.
But shortly after the game, Leeds issued a statement which condemned alleged chanting by some Millwall supporters relating to the murders of Whites fans Kevin Speight and Christopher Loftus before a UEFA Cup semi-final at Galatasaray in 2000.
The statement said: “During today’s FA Cup fourth round tie with Millwall, we were extremely disappointed to hear vile chants relating to football tragedies from the away section at Elland Road.
“We know the impact this has on the families of Christopher Loftus and Kevin Speight, along with the whole fan base of Leeds United.
“We will work with the police and Millwall Football Club to identify those involved, whilst we will also continue our efforts with the football authorities to help eradicate these chants from the game.”
Sky Sports News understands The Football Association is aware of the matter and will be liaising with Leeds and West Yorkshire Police.
A subsequent statement from Millwall read: “We all have a duty to ensure Millwall Football Club is represented proudly and responsibly at all times.
“The club strongly condemns all forms of football tragedy abuse and is appalled to receive reports of such chanting from a minority at today’s Emirates FA Cup fixture against Leeds United.
“Both clubs have suffered tragic losses to their respective families in recent history. Chanting about this is entirely unacceptable and will not be tolerated by the club or the governing …
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