Australia midfielder Neil Kilkenny pushed for a regular starting spot at Leeds United after scoring in their 3-1 win over Grimsby in the Johnstone's Paint Trophy.The 23-year-old Aussie, who has been used mostly as a substitute at Leeds this season, was offered a rare start against Grimsby and he began well with an early shot blocked.
Later in the half, Max Gradel went on a lively run before teeing up Kilkenny who lashed a crisp shot just wide of the target from distance.
And on 40 minutes Gradel forced the opener for Leeds when his effort when deflected into his own net by Grimsby defender Olly Lancashire.
Five minutes later Kilkenny worked a neat give-and-go with Jermaine Beckford before the Beijing Olyroo tucked it away with a nice finish into the far corner.
Beckford grabbed Leeds' third ten minutes into the second-half before Peter Sweeney replied with a consolation goal for the Mariners.
The result sees Leeds move closer to a date at Wembley, as they go into the Northern section semi-finals.
Elsewhere in the Johnstone's Paint Trophy, Michael Theoklitos wasn't part of the Norwich City side which edged past Swindon Town on penalties, while Aaron Downes' Chesterfield crashed out 3-1 against Carlisle United.
In the Blue Square Premier League, Aussie defender James Meredith played a full game as York City defeated Chester City 3-2 to move into sixth spot.
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