Simon Grayson, former Leeds United manager, added his voice to the chorus of praise for his old team following their impressive victory over promotion rivals Sheffield United. Daniel Farke’s Whites extended their lead at the top of the Championship to five points with a comeback 3-1 win on Monday night. After falling behind, Junior Firpo, Ao Tanaka, and Joel Piroe scored to secure the crucial three points in a thrilling Yorkshire derby.
Grayson, who started his professional career in Leeds’ academy and has since had success at Leicester City and Blackburn Rovers, has a special connection to the club. As a coach and pundit, he continues to support Leeds and was thrilled by their recent performance. Taking to social media, Grayson expressed his joy at the win, emphasizing the unity and success of the team with the message “Together as one, wow what a win. MOT.”
The victory over Sheffield United puts Leeds in a strong position for automatic promotion, with a seven-point cushion over third-placed Burnley. With an impressive points tally and an unbeaten streak of 16 matches, Farke’s side is closing in on a return to the Premier League after a two-year absence. They face West Bromwich Albion next, looking to maintain their unbeaten run and solidify their position at the top of the table.
