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Leeds United 2009-10 Season Overview

The 2009-2010 season marked a significant turning point for Leeds United as they clinched promotion to the Championship after a stellar campaign in League One. Managed by Simon Grayson, the club finished the season in second position.

A Historic Promotion Under Simon Grayson

In his first full season as manager, Simon Grayson achieved what no previous manager had accomplished in four years: completing a full season in charge. Grayson’s leadership was instrumental in guiding the team to success, and he was widely praised for his tactical acumen and ability to inspire the squad. The club’s promotion was not just a return to the second tier of English football; it symbolized a new beginning for Leeds United.

Jermaine Beckford: The Goal-Scoring Machine

One of the standout performers of the season was Jermaine Beckford, who finished as the team’s top scorer with an impressive 31 goals in all competitions. Beckford’s goal-scoring prowess played a pivotal role in Leeds’ success and solidified his status as a fan favorite. His exceptional performances earned him the title of League One Player of the Year, showcasing his impact throughout the campaign.

Other Key Players

While Beckford shone brightly, other players also contributed significantly to the team’s success. Patrick Kisnorbo, a solid defender, was awarded the club’s Player of the Year due to his consistent performances at the back, playing a vital role in maintaining the team’s defensive stability.

FA Cup and League Cup Performances

Leeds United also competed in domestic cup competitions during the 2009-2010 season:

  • FA Cup: The team reached the fourth round, showcasing their potential against top-tier clubs.
  • League Cup: Leeds made it to the third round, adding to the excitement of the season despite not advancing further.

Conclusion

The 2009-2010 season will be remembered as a landmark year in the history of Leeds United. With Simon Grayson at the helm and Jermaine Beckford leading the attack, the club reclaimed its place in the Championship and set the stage for future success. The season not only highlighted individual talents but also reinforced the spirit and resilience of the team as they embarked on a new chapter in their storied legacy.

League 1 Standings 2009-2010

Pos Team Pld W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Norwich City (C, P) 46 29 8 9 89 47 +42 95
2 Leeds United (P) 46 25 11 10 77 44 +33 86
3 Millwall (O, P) 46 24 13 9 76 44 +32 85
4 Charlton Athletic 46 23 15 8 71 48 +23 84
5 Swindon Town 46 22 16 8 73 57 +16 82
6 Huddersfield Town 46 23 11 12 82 56 +26 80
7 Southampton 46 23 14 9 85 47 +38 73
8 Colchester United 46 20 12 14 64 52 +12 72
9 Brentford 46 14 20 12 55 52 +3 62
10 Walsall 46 16 14 16 60 63 −3 62
11 Bristol Rovers 46 19 5 22 59 70 −11 62
12 Milton Keynes Dons 46 17 9 20 60 68 −8 60
13 Brighton & Hove Albion 46 15 14 17 56 60 −4 59
14 Carlisle United 46 15 13 18 63 66 −3 58
15 Yeovil Town 46 13 14 19 55 59 −4 53
16 Oldham Athletic 46 13 13 20 39 57 −18 52
17 Leyton Orient 46 13 12 21 53 63 −10 51
18 Exeter City 46 11 18 17 48 60 −12 51
19 Tranmere Rovers 46 14 9 23 45 72 −27 51
20 Hartlepool United 46 14 11 21 59 67 −8 50
21 Gillingham 46 12 14 20 48 64 −16 50
22 Wycombe Wanderers 46 10 15 21 56 76 −20 45
23 Southend United 46 10 13 23 51 72 −21 43
24 Stockport County 46 5 10 31 35 95 −60 25

Leeds United 09/10 Fixtures and Results

Competition Date Match Result Score
League One 08 Aug 2009 Leeds United v Exeter City W 2-1
League Cup 10 Aug 2009 Darlington v Leeds United W 0-1
League One 15 Aug 2009 Wycombe Wanderers v Leeds United W 0-1
League One 18 Aug 2009 Walsall v Leeds United W 1-2
League One 22 Aug 2009 Leeds United v Tranmere Rovers W 3-0
League Cup 25 Aug 2009 Leeds United v Watford W 2-1
League One 29 Aug 2009 Colchester United v Leeds United W 1-2
League One 05 Sep 2009 Leeds United v Stockport County W 2-0
League One 11 Sep 2009 Southend United v Leeds United D 0-0
League One 19 Sep 2009 Leeds United v Gillingham W 4-1
League Cup 22 Sep 2009 Leeds United v Liverpool L 0-1
League One 26 Sep 2009 Milton Keynes Dons v Leeds United W 0-1
League One 29 Sep 2009 Leeds United v Carlisle United D 1-1
League One 03 Oct 2009 Leeds United v Charlton Athletic D 0-0
Johnstones Paint Trophy 06 Oct 2009 Leeds United v Darlington W 2-1
League One 19 Oct 2009 Leeds United v Norwich City W 2-1
League One 24 Oct 2009 Millwall v Leeds United L 2-1
League One 27 Oct 2009 Bristol Rovers v Leeds United W 0-4
League One 31 Oct 2009 Leeds United v Yeovil Town W 4-0
FA Cup 07 Nov 2009 Oldham Athletic v Leeds United W 0-2
Johnstones Paint Trophy 10 Nov 2009 Leeds United v Grimsby Town W 3-1
League One 21 Nov 2009 Brighton and Hove Albion v Leeds United W 0-3
League One 24 Nov 2009 Leeds United v Leyton Orient W 1-0
FA Cup 29 Nov 2009 Kettering Town v Leeds United D 1-1
League One 01 Dec 2009 Oldham Athletic v Leeds United W 0-2
League One 05 Dec 2009 Leeds United v Huddersfield Town D 2-2
FA Cup 08 Dec 2009 Leeds United v Kettering Town W 5-1
Johnstones Paint Trophy 15 Dec 2009 Leeds United v Accrington Stanley W 2-0
League One 19 Dec 2009 Leeds United v Southampton W 1-0
League One 26 Dec 2009 Leeds United v Hartlepool United W 3-1
League One 28 Dec 2009 Stockport County v Leeds United W 2-4
FA Cup 03 Jan 2010 Manchester United v Leeds United W 0-1
League One 09 Jan 2010 Leeds United v Wycombe Wanderers D 1-1
League One 16 Jan 2010 Exeter City v Leeds United L 2-0
Johnstones Paint Trophy 19 Jan 2010 Carlisle United v Leeds United L 1-2
FA Cup 23 Jan 2010 Tottenham Hotspur v Leeds United D 2-2
League One 26 Jan 2010 Swindon Town v Leeds United L 3-0
League One 30 Jan 2010 Leeds United v Colchester United W 2-0
FA Cup 03 Feb 2010 Leeds United v Tottenham Hotspur L 1-3
League One 06 Feb 2010 Hartlepool United v Leeds United D 2-2
Johnstones Paint Trophy 09 Feb 2010 Carlisle United v Leeds United D 2-3 (6-5)
League One 13 Feb 2010 Leyton Orient v Leeds United D 1-1
League One 16 Feb 2010 Leeds United v Walsall L 1-2
League One 20 Feb 2010 Leeds United v Brighton and Hove Albion D 1-1
League One 23 Feb 2010 Leeds United v Oldham Athletic W 2-0
League One 27 Feb 2010 Huddersfield Town v Leeds United D 2-2
League One 06 Mar 2010 Leeds United v Brentford D 1-1
League One 09 Mar 2010 Tranmere Rovers v Leeds United W 1-4
League One 13 Mar 2010 Southampton v Leeds United L 1-0
League One 22 Mar 2010 Leeds United v Millwall L 0-2
League One 27 Mar 2010 Norwich City v Leeds United L 1-0
League One 03 Apr 2010 Leeds United v Swindon Town L 0-3
League One 05 Apr 2010 Yeovil Town v Leeds United W 1-2
League One 10 Apr 2010 Leeds United v Southend United W 2-0
League One 13 Apr 2010 Carlisle United v Leeds United W 1-3
League One 17 Apr 2010 Gillingham v Leeds United L 3-2
League One 24 Apr 2010 Leeds United v Milton Keynes Dons W 4-1
League One 01 May 2010 Charlton Athletic v Leeds United L 1-0
League One 08 May 2010 Leeds United v Bristol Rovers W 2-1
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