They're used to false dawns around Elland Road, their recent history is littered with examples of close calls, runs to the top six and eventually, failure on a grand scale.

This season there's a hope, albeit a muted one, that their luck is about to change.

They've opened up a little gap in the automatic promotion spots and despite a horrible injury record, they appear to be on course for promotion to the Premier League.

Journalist Phil Hay has tweeted some statistics this morning which seem to point towards strong promotion chances, but there are lies, damn lies and statistics. The goals and points record means nothing in December, only May.

Some fans have pointed out the numbers don't take into account injuries, small squad or other such set backs. Others have chosen to keep their hopes quiet, whilst some are noting the distinct difference between years gone by and now.

There's no doubt Leeds are closer than at any time in the last couple of years, but the responses below prove that until the games are finished and they're up, nothing will be taken for granted.