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Leeds United: Grayson bans Reds cup talk
Leeds United manager Simon Grayson has admitted his delight at the prospect of a Carling Cup clash with Liverpool – but banned talk of the tie amongst his players.
United secured a plum fixture in Saturday's draw for the third round, landing a home game against the seven times winners and Elland Road is preparing for a huge crowd for the visit, during the week commencing September 21.
The high-profile clash will evoke memories of United's days as a Premier League outfit.
The teams have not met since 2004, the year when Leeds were relegated from England's top flight, but next month's tie will be their 113th contest.
Grayson and his players watched the draw at their team hotel ahead of Saturday's 2-1 win over Colchester United and the Leeds boss described the pairing as "a big buzz".
But he revealed: "In the team meeting afterwards, we said there'd be no mention of Liverpool from here on.
"We've got too many important games before then and if anyone takes their eye off the ball then they'll be out of the team and won't be playing against Liverpool.
"But it's a great draw for the club, the fans and the players. Cup ties don't come much better."
United are still to officially confirm the date of the tie, with Liverpool's visit likely to be strongly considered for a live TV broadcast.
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