Why LUFC promotion would also lift our city

With Leeds United challenging Championship play-offs position, and sadly no longer distracted by FA Cup, we asked our community forum what Mighty Whites' Premiership promotion would mean for the community.
By The Newsroom
Published 15th Jan 2018, 09:02 BST
Updated 15th Jan 2018, 09:05 BST
Whites, mighty again, would lift cityWhites, mighty again, would lift city
Whites, mighty again, would lift city

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So, suitably illustrated by LUFC 100 greatest goals (so far), how proud would Peacocks' top-flight footy make us?

Natasha Meek

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Even if you are not a fan of football, there is no denying the sport is a form of unity. When at a match, the atmosphere of a crowd of supporters is thrilling. A family friend would buy season tickets every year. However, in the past two years, they haven't felt as if the games will be worthwhile. Promotion would help the community come together, reignite some local pride and hope for the supporters, and express support for local and international players. LUFC is supported worldwide and there's no denying the promotion would, once again, put Leeds back on the map, and have many benefits with guests visiting local restaurants and staying in our hotels. As well as inspiring younger generations to take part in football, it gives older generations something to celebrate in the cold winter months.

Dave Kelly

We are one of the best supported clubs in the world. The Premiership is what the fans and the city deserve, to say nothing of the economic impact for Leeds. Manchester fans sing about us more than their own players, probably out of embarrassment? Apparently, we`re not famous any more. On and on!

Joanne St Lawrence

Elland Road, set to host England World Cup warm-up match, would welcome top-flight domestic footy return after 14-year absenceElland Road, set to host England World Cup warm-up match, would welcome top-flight domestic footy return after 14-year absence
Elland Road, set to host England World Cup warm-up match, would welcome top-flight domestic footy return after 14-year absence

Despite gifting endless LU strips to my two grandsons, they still stubbornly support Man U and Man City because the want to follow a 'winning' team. If Leeds become a winning team, I might gift them season tickets. If they read this, and Leeds go up, It will cost me a fortune! Like the Grand Depart, I think having top football back at Elland Road could bring the city together. We have good facilities, parking and easy bus access to the city centre from the ground. Hopefully it would boost income in our shops and eateries as well. I would love to see it. Bring it on!

Amy Green

Leeds being back in the top flight would mean everything to this city, tourism and investment, not to mention bragging rights when we win the War of the Roses derby! I'd worry if our transport links could take it however. Living very close to Elland Road, the traffic would be horrendous. We'd need a proper park and ride or shuttle bus service in operation. C'mon the Mighty Whites!

Dennis Appleyard

Top flight sport always attracts recognition, income and other benefits as does (finally) having a music venue, which also hosts other big name events. Think Grand Depart! What a day that was.

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