Seftinho 4,344 Posted January 9, 2011 Report Share Posted January 9, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/leeds-united/8248317/FA-Cup-draw-at-Arsenal-shows-that-Leeds-United-are-still-famous-and-belong-back-in-the-Premier-League.html FA Cup draw at Arsenal shows that Leeds United are still famous and belong back in the Premier LeagueThose of us gathered at the Emirates on Saturday were presented with another stirring reminder that Leeds United are only on loan to the Football League. Leeds United will be back in the Premier League one day, playing at the Emirates on an annual basis. The size and passion of their support and the quality of individuals like Robert Snodgrass will continue to lift them up. Most importantly, their ambitious manager Simon Grayson has the drive, nous and level-headedness to keep Leeds marching on together, marching on upwards. The club’s colossal support, 9,000 of whom had brought a real atmosphere to the Emirates, may need to rework their chant of “we’re not famous any more”, even if it is sung with tongue planted firmly in cheek. Leeds will always be famous, just occasionally off the national radar. The FA Cup provides an opportunity to show they are still here, still believing. At the final whistle, Grayson’s men went over to salute those chorusing “we’re Leeds and we’re proud of it”. Not for the first time, Snodgrass led the way across Arsenal’s lush lawn, walking to the corner to applaud the jubilant crowd. Alex Bruce strode through the middle, ripping off his sweat-stained shirt and launching it into the writhing throng. Leeds captain Jonny Howson was also stripped to the waist, the armband now clamped around a bicep, the midfielder finally able to draw breath after his immense efforts. As he led his players towards the tunnel, Howson glanced up, slightly surprised, to find row upon row of Arsenal fans had remained behind to clap Leeds off. The refreshing attitude suffusing Leeds has been reflected elsewhere this season. Ian Holloway’s Blackpool have taken the Premier League by surprise, attacking relentlessly. If Leeds follow Grayson’s old club up into the Premier League, they would undoubtedly continue to abide by such positive principles. Grayson is like Holloway, a real football man driven by a desire for his team to work hard and entertain. Before Leeds emerged from their well-appointed dressing room, Grayson told his charges “do yourself proud”. No regrets. Go for it. And they did. Kasper Schmeichel, Howson and company gave everything, seizing the lead through Snodgrass’ penalty and resisting the rising red tide until the class of Theo Walcott and Cesc Fabregas eventually told. Any tinge of frustration at the denouement lasted only a moment in Leeds hearts. The delight at the draw, at getting such aristocrats back to Elland Road, was voiced long and loud. Hearing a noise above them, a few hundred Leeds fans immediately looked up to the corporate section on the tier above. Soon thousands were pointing and waving to the smart seats, where a handful of Leeds supporters were unveiling a club flag. It felt the friendliest of invasions. Not famous any more? No chance. Not with so many strong people dragging them back towards the promised land. Leeds’ performance here was a reminder of the quality that can be found outside the Premier League. From back to front, Leeds’ players did their club proud, also delivering a display that was in the rich tradition of FA Cup endeavour. Schmeichel and Bruce excelled in frustrating Arsenal. Snodgrass particularly caught the eye. Although lacking electric pace, the 23 year-old undeniably possesses the technical calibre and invention to threaten leading defences, whether through the middle initially here or then out wide as Grayson cunningly set Arsenal more challenges. Snodgrass shone against Tottenham last season and Andrea Dossena’s Liverpool career never recovered from his mauling by the Scot at Elland Road. Arsenal will not find it straightforward in Yorkshire next week Good journalist is Henry Winter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Allan-NI 10,006 Posted January 19, 2011 Report Share Posted January 19, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Wow, just wow. What a way to get yourselves back in a Cup tie. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
koplfc 8,428 Posted January 19, 2011 Report Share Posted January 19, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Take a bow Leeds! Great performance, great spirit, should be hugely proud of yourselves. Fans we're brilliant. Quality and cant wait to see you guys back where you belong! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TheDuffman 3,359 Posted January 19, 2011 Report Share Posted January 19, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Very proud to say I'm a Leeds fan tonight , we have shown were back and I can go to school tomorrow And argue my point to all them fickle top four fans Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Killaroo 1,388 Posted January 19, 2011 Report Share Posted January 19, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Great match lads, ye should be very proud. Unreal fans, Unreal stadium and a great club all round. Can't wait for ye to get back to the Prem ,where Leeds belong, so we can play ye more often. Very relieved to get that win, bragging rights over my brother too so I'm a happy lad:D Well done anyway lads, put up a great fight. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Radebe20 8,236 Posted January 19, 2011 Report Share Posted January 19, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Fans were great, first time I've ever seen East stand start a song, or West Stand stand up! Quietest moment of the game was the 2 seconds that Bradley Johnson's strike was in the air. It all fell quiet, mental strike, then it hit the back of the net. Totally outplayed and I would have started Somma not Paynter. Gradel, quality as ever but when you move the ball as well as they do we're always going to struggle. Every single player of theirs was faster than every single player of ours, barring Bendtner and Gradel respectively. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Seftinho 4,344 Posted January 19, 2011 Report Share Posted January 19, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Very proud of our players today, worked their socks off. Maxi never stopped running. We fared better than some Premiership teams and just as well as most against a top side. Blackpool lost 6-0 to these ffs. Main thing is we can now focus 100% on the league. And with no more cups, and having not missed any fixtures due to the weather, we actually have the upper hand in terms of fixture congestion. Portsmouth on Saturday, can't wait. By far the more important match of the two. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hayden19 6,995 Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC whats the deal with Nunez is he injured? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
col lufc # 3,648 Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC whats the deal with Nunez is he injured? He's at the Copa Americana with Honduras' date=' it's the semi-finals tonight. Honduras play El Salvador. [YOUTUBE']V9VzXXFHbcc[/YOUTUBE] Nunez scoring in the quarter-final Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hayden19 6,995 Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC He's at the Copa Americana with Honduras' date=' it's the semi-finals tonight. Honduras play El Salvador.[YOUTUBE']V9VzXXFHbcc[/YOUTUBE] Nunez scoring in the quarter-final nice goal , but surely it hasnt taken months and months for this Copa?. Was he injured before that cos i see he's only been involved in a couple games for leeds being a sub alot aswell Quote Link to post Share on other sites
col lufc # 3,648 Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC nice goal ' date=' but surely it hasnt taken months and months for this Copa?.Was he injured before that cos i see he's only been involved in a couple games for leeds being a sub alot aswell[/quote'] Not been injured(i think) Just looks like Larry thinks he's not ready yet. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
col lufc # 3,648 Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC GtBegGNIg4g&feature=related Hope he does great at Scunny. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
col lufc # 3,648 Posted May 26, 2011 Report Share Posted May 26, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC 22 years today since the great man passed away. RIP a true legend. Never forgotten. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Seftinho 4,344 Posted May 26, 2011 Report Share Posted May 26, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC RIP Don, a true legend. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Radebe20 8,236 Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Few months old but just came across it again! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Radebe20 8,236 Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Get out of our club, Get out of our cluuub. WTo42MNBRHc You Chelsea *******, Get out of our club. Soccahappy 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Soccahappy 9,333 Posted September 21, 2011 Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Have to agree all it is with that guy is "Hand in Pocket" and it's not to get out either. I heard it said he may spend money after restrictions on "administration" are lifted next season?? Don't know whether thats true... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
soccer lwj610 10 Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC I think not too many alas, now Newcastle is entirely caused by the failure of their management. Newcastle fans will be sorry for the Newcastle's relegation, and like us neutral fans would sit on the sidelines. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cheekylad68 6,771 Posted December 19, 2011 Report Share Posted December 19, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Feel like Indiana Jones discovering this thread:D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Radebe20 8,236 Posted December 19, 2011 Report Share Posted December 19, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Feel like Indiana Jones discovering this thread:D Yeah, I heard he lived hundreds of Miles from Old Trafford and never went to see them play as well... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cheekylad68 6,771 Posted December 19, 2011 Report Share Posted December 19, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Yeah' date=' I heard he lived hundreds of Miles from Old Trafford and never went to see them play as well...[/quote']There is no need for the use of a capital M at the beginning of the word "miles". If only your grammar was as good as your geography:D:D:D;) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Soccahappy 9,333 Posted December 23, 2011 Report Share Posted December 23, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC There is no need for the use of a capital M at the beginning of the word "miles". If only your grammar was as good as your geography:D:D:D;) There are 1760 yards in a mile but 1761 yards in a Mile, didn't you Know that? If you know, then you know something. If you Know, you Know a lot & if you KNOW you KNOW IT ALL ALL ...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
studge 1,894 Posted December 23, 2011 Report Share Posted December 23, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Feel like Indiana Jones discovering this thread:D Back in t'day this was the most trolled club thread. 10x more than the loserpool and scum threads are now. Glad to see there's still life in it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cheekylad68 6,771 Posted December 23, 2011 Report Share Posted December 23, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC Back in t'day this was the most trolled club thread. 10x more than the loserpool and scum threads are now. Glad to see there's still life in it. I take credit in 'reviving' it and will look to troll it more often for you;) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cheekylad68 6,771 Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Re: The Official Leeds United FC I take credit in 'reviving' it and will look to troll it more often for you;) Sorry with the late comment lads but I was too busy viewing us go joint top of the Premier League table this afternoon. Losing to Derby away. In the Championship. And selling us Cantona, Smith and Ferdinand. Shame:p:D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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