Leeds United Football Club Over The Years It was in May 1920 that Leeds United joined the Football League. They started as being in the second division. Then, later on, they were promoted to first division. For the 1959-1960 season, Leeds moved down and went back to Second Division. It was due to the loss of John Charles. He was the main man back then. Under the management of Don Revie, the club's former player, things changed for the Leeds. Even when facing financial difficulty. This did not stop them from winning. It was in the 1961-62 season that shifted everything. It's a do or dies situation. Only a win for that season can save the club from being moved to Third Division. Under Revie's management for thirteen years, the club won first division titles, second division title, inter-cities fairs cups, league cup, and led them to the finals of FA Cup, and much more. They even grabbed the second spot five times for FL First Division. It was this time …show more content…
The chairmanship, the selling the stake, and few circumstances had led Leeds to be suffering big time. The glorious days were over, or is it? It was in 2001 that the club faced a huge challenge. There was a financial turmoil plus a relegation. This was under the chairmanship of Peter Ridsdale. Eventually, the board decided to sell the Leeds to Ken Bates. During 2009-2010 season, dark days were over, so it seemed. They had the best start. The club even won their last game and then the confirmation of Leed's promotion towards The Championship has been made. When they return to the championship, they did not finish with flying colors. However, they ended at the 7th place. This was a good start. Bates became the owner of the club on May 2011. Fans have been protesting having Bates owning the team since lack knowledge when it comes to the investment