south247
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A couple of thoughts occurred to me reading this. Firstly: Leeds they never learn do they? They seem to be trying to recapture their image of the 70s under Revie; no one likes us, we don't care.
My main thought though is I remember when Freddie was sent off a couple of seasons back against Huddersfield for a 'push' on the right back, Holdsworth I think the guy was called. We appealed and guess what we had the ban increased due to the frivolous nature of our claim. SO, Leeds. By really taking the michael out of the FA by this action will they have the stomach to INCREASE Leeds' points reduction? Maybe a 2.5 m fine (as the coffers no doubt need replenishing)
Is it just me but are Leeds and the not so WISE really starting to get under my skin?
Leeds United have written to the Football Association requesting the matter of their 15-point deduction be referred to the High Court rather than FA arbitration.
The League One club, who were punished for breaching regulations on administration, do not believe they will get a fair hearing considering their recent exchanges with the governing body.
"In September the club invited the Football Association to set up an independent commission to investigate the legality of the 15-point sanction imposed by the Football League," said a statement on the club's website.
"The FA rejected that request, so the following month we wrote to the chairman Geoff Thompson drawing his attention to what we perceived as inconsistencies in the FA's decision and asked them to look at it again.
Rejected
"The reply to the second request was rejected by the FA's director of corporate affairs. This is the same person who rejected the original request.
"In effect, the same individual confirmed his own earlier decision. There was no independent review.
"Given the approach of the FA to date, the club have severe reservations regarding its impartiality."
In spite of the 15-point deduction Leeds' form this season has seen them rise up the table to fourth - just two points behind leaders Carlisle - as they seek to return to the Championship at the first attempt.
My main thought though is I remember when Freddie was sent off a couple of seasons back against Huddersfield for a 'push' on the right back, Holdsworth I think the guy was called. We appealed and guess what we had the ban increased due to the frivolous nature of our claim. SO, Leeds. By really taking the michael out of the FA by this action will they have the stomach to INCREASE Leeds' points reduction? Maybe a 2.5 m fine (as the coffers no doubt need replenishing)
Is it just me but are Leeds and the not so WISE really starting to get under my skin?
Leeds United have written to the Football Association requesting the matter of their 15-point deduction be referred to the High Court rather than FA arbitration.
The League One club, who were punished for breaching regulations on administration, do not believe they will get a fair hearing considering their recent exchanges with the governing body.
"In September the club invited the Football Association to set up an independent commission to investigate the legality of the 15-point sanction imposed by the Football League," said a statement on the club's website.
"The FA rejected that request, so the following month we wrote to the chairman Geoff Thompson drawing his attention to what we perceived as inconsistencies in the FA's decision and asked them to look at it again.
Rejected
"The reply to the second request was rejected by the FA's director of corporate affairs. This is the same person who rejected the original request.
"In effect, the same individual confirmed his own earlier decision. There was no independent review.
"Given the approach of the FA to date, the club have severe reservations regarding its impartiality."
In spite of the 15-point deduction Leeds' form this season has seen them rise up the table to fourth - just two points behind leaders Carlisle - as they seek to return to the Championship at the first attempt.
