Leeds United would be transformed by promotion, says manager Simon Grayson

Grayson's team will have the chance to propel themselves into the Championship when they face Bristol Rovers three years after Leeds United fell into the third tier of English football for the first time and went into administration following serious financial troubles. "This is a massive game that can change the fortunes of the club and ultimately it's down to the players to show their desire to succeed and put right what has gone wrong at this club over the last few years," Grayson said.  Related ArticlesLeeds look to past glories for inspirationBates issues Leeds warningCharlton 1 Leeds 1Everton in for Jermaine BeckfordDo-or-die weekendSport on television"For three years we've been a massive club in the wrong division but we are in this division for a reason. Getting to that next level is huge for us and gives us a platform. "There is pressure every day here. Bristol Rovers will be out to spoil the party but my players have had the expectancy levels on them all season. "They've been to some big grounds and got results, playing at Old Trafford, playing Liverpool at home and Tottenham home and away this season and we will draw from the good experiences and bad experiences."Had it not been for their FA Cup run, the Yorkshire club could have already been promoted because the team were threatening to run away from promotion rivals when they beat Manchester United at the turn of the year. "The cup games gave us some kudos and that was a hindrance," Grayson said. "Coming off the back of United and Tottenham, other teams looked at us and raised their game even more. Maybe the players got distracted slightly."Grayson, 40, who guided Blackpool into the Championship, said: "The cup games went well for us but it's all about getting this club out of this division. "I didn't come here to win cup games. I came here to win promotion and if we do it will be right up there in my career. It would give me immense pride and fulfilment because I'm a Leeds fan as well."

Source: Telegraph