Leeds United’s FA Cup Draw Against Harrogate Town Sparks Reaction from Lower League Clubs
Leeds United’s FA Cup third-round draw against Harrogate Town has generated significant interest, with several lower league clubs reacting to the news. The Whites will host their League Two opponents at Elland Road in January, and the tie is expected to be a keenly contested local derby.
Harrogate Town were delighted with the draw, posting a humorous TikTok video in response to the news. Meanwhile, Tamworth manager Andy Peaks, a self-proclaimed Leeds fan, expressed his disappointment at not being drawn against the Whites. Instead, his side will host Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur.
“I mean, from the club’s point of view, obviously they’d like a big Premiership team, away from home, to get a real good payday, one of the big clubs,” Peaks said. “Me and my two sons are Leeds fans, so I’d actually like to go to Leeds and sit in the dugout there, I guess.”
Accrington Stanley’s Leeds-born player Tyler Walton also reacted to the draw, joking that he had missed out on a trip to Elland Road. Instead, his side will face Liverpool at Anfield.
The draw against Harrogate Town is considered ideal for Leeds United, as it provides an opportunity for the team to rotate and give younger players a chance to shine. The match is expected to be a comfortable win for the Whites, but it will undoubtedly be a significant occasion for Harrogate Town.