Source: SKY_Sports
Leeds v Liverpool preview
// A bit of a hack but it works// The article snippet is wrapped onto a second line, even when #article-sub is emptyif( $("div#article-sub").children().length == 0 ) {$("div#article-sub").remove();} Leeds and Liverpool renew their long-standing rivalry when they meet at Elland Road in the Carling Cup third round on Tuesday night, live on Sky Sports 2 and HD2.[LNB] The two sides have not met for five years following three-time top-flight champions Leeds' relegation from the Premier League and a further demotion to League One.[LNB]In that time Liverpool's fortunes have differed significantly as the UEFA Champions League and FA Cup have been won in contrast to their opponent's fall from grace.[LNB]Leeds' slip down the football pyramid was also marred by financial difficulties as the 2001 European Cup semi-finalists were forced to sell their star players in order to stay afloat after gambling and missing out on Champions League qualification.[LNB]But Simon Grayson's side are now on the up again and are leading League One after a strong start to the season and excellent home form, raising optimism of an upset against Rafa Benitez's Reds.[LNB]PrioritiesBenitez would admit that he has other priorities this campaign, but the Spaniard will also be keen to avoid a shock against lower league opponents as he bids to end a trophy drought. [LNB]Grayson will know he has an excellent chance of stunning the Reds at a sold-out Elland Road, but the Leeds manager does face a selection dilemma over fit-again skipper Richard Naylor.[LNB]The defender has not featured for Leeds this season following back surgery in the summer, but has proved his fitness in a reserve-team appearance and is ready to return.[LNB]Leigh Bromby has helped fill the gap in central defence so far this season, but the recent recruit from Sheffield United is cup-tied and Rui Marques is out with an Achilles injury.[LNB]Grayson must, therefore, opt for Naylor or Lubo Michalik to start alongside Patrick Kisnorbo in his side.[LNB]ProblemsLeeds, who have no other new injury or suspension problems, have confirmed they will pick from a full-strength squad.[LNB]But it has been hinted that Grayson could make changes to his line-up as he already has one eye on next Saturday's League One clash at MK Dons.[LNB]Benitez is expected to make wholesale changes to his squad for the trip to West Yorkshire, with captain Steven Gerrard and star striker Fernando Torres set to be rested.[LNB]Daniel Agger could be included in the squad as the Danish international returned to full training last week following a back operation.[LNB]Brazilian full-back Fabio Aurelio is standing by for his first start of the season after a knee problem.[LNB]
