Odds and Sods

In what is an absolute shock to everyone, Leeds United has failed to repay all of its non-football debt.

The club went into administration on May 4, 2007, just before the end of the season and after relegation was assured, so that they could assume the 10 point penalty on that season.  The club resold itself to Ken Bates in order to be able to start the season.  However, the deal, though accepted to keep Leeds afloat, was unorthodox and cost Leeds a further 15 point deduction to start this season.

Fed up with Leeds’ inability to repay their debt, the FA has barred them from full membership.  Here are the stern measures that compose the penalty.

1. They will be allowed to continue in FA competition, including League One and the FA Cup.
2. They lose their ever so meaningful vote among the FA shareholders.
3. They lose their ticket privileges for the FA Cup Final

So, basically, their ultimate punishment is not having to show up at undoubtedly exciting meetings or suffer through a 0-0 Man U-Chelsea 120 minute extravaganza.  Way to stick it to them FA!  What is the next step?  Lunch vouchers?  A ruler to the wrist?  Double Secret Probation?