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Reinforcing the 6 and belittling little ol'Leicester

EFL League One Supporters Group · Liam Boyall A cauldron that shakes the ground’ Calm down Tolkien. It’s Barnsley, not Mordor. Keep your cauldron — Leicester have played in bigger ones. Just remember, the bigger the pre-match speech, the funnier it is when it goes wrong

what a night

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cqrm9xdprx2gt Thieves raid Greggs.

https://www.footballinsider247.com/leicester-city/finance/leicester-city-takeover-race-ex-board-member-shares-what-hes-heard-about-deal Leicester City takeover race: Ex-board member shares what he's 'heard' about deal Keith Wyness Evan Shaw Keith Wyness, Evan ShawView Credentials 16 Sep 2026, Neil Lal effectively has "zero chance" of becoming the new owner of Leicester City in the coming months. That is according to former Everton chief executive and ex-Premier League board member Keith Wyness, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, who believes that Lal's plan to buy the club is not "realistic." This comes after the Scottish-Indian businessman recently revealed that he has made an offer to buy the Foxes, as their King Power ownership look to sell. However, Wyness has revealed that there are three parties who are in the process of submitting bids for the East Midlands outfit, and he does not see Lal as a realistic owner. Lal recently revealed that he intends to bypass the bankers involved in the sale of the club, and broker the deal directly with the Leicester board. However, Wyness has raised genuine concerns about that approach, and feels that the other parties are more likely takeover candidates. Neil Lal lacks football 'experience' Everton’s former chief Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – believes that Lal's recent comments have shown a lack of "experience" in the football world. The businessman recently laid out his plan for if he is successful in his pursuit of Leicester, and it has drawn plenty of scrutiny. Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider's Inside Track podcast, Wyness explained why he has concerns after Lal's comments. "I would put it at about zero (chance of takeover). I'm afraid that when you start to bypass the bank that's in charge, you're not serious, in my point of view," he said. "A lot of what he said, I'm afraid, I've got to discount as not being realistic and not experienced in football. "I've heard there are three other groups involved, and I'm almost discounting him straight away. That's my point of view." Leicester may be forced to settle for cut-price deal Former Manchester City financial advisor Stefan Borson recently told Football Insider that he is doubtful as to whether Leicester will receive offers above the £200million mark for the club. King Power have set a valuation of £222m for the entire portfolio, including the stadium and their state-of-the-art training ground. However, Borson believes they may ultimately have to settle for a lower fee, due the grey area surrounding the club's current standing. The football finance expert outlined that it is difficult to judge whether the Foxes should be valued as a Championship or League One club, and he expects that to cause issues during the takeover process.

I'd like to think it's one of several changes to make the place more 'work like' than a luxury spa. for example clearing your food and plates etc, putting your dirty kit in the washing bag. The media have probably picked on this as it will provide the most clicks.

It's a reuse of this The Mouse That Roared is a 1959 British satirical comedy film

Dumped shopping trolleys, sewage and dead fish - Leicester's River Soar left in 'pitiful' state | Leicestershire Live Dumped shopping trolleys, sewage and dead fish - Leicester's River Soar left in 'pitiful' state A campaign group's letter calling for urgent action has received more than 600 signatures Mr Blancard said that the river is the artery of the city Samuel Kalantzis Reporter 16 Sep 2026 Calls for "vital" clean up action have been made by residents across Leicester regarding the "pitiful" state of the River Soar. Clean River Action (CRA) launched a public letter voicing their concerns regarding the state of the River Soar, on Monday, September 7 and within days, more than 600 people have signed the document. According to the environmental campaign group, residents now view the River Soar as "unsafe, polluted, and poorly protected." 'Message is clear' say opponents in bid to block major Leicester boundary change Across hundreds of submissions to CRA, people independently reported the same issues of sewage debris, sanitary waste, foul smells, dead fish, overgrown pennywort, and visible pollution after rainfall. One resident wrote: "After a bit of rain the river smells and you can see wet wipes, panty liners and all sorts of rubbish in the branches." Another said: "I used to paddleboard on this river but I can no longer access the water for fear of how filthy it is." Wildlife impacts are also a major concern, as many reported dead fish and threats to kingfishers, otters, amphibians, and other species that rely on clean water.

Leicester City truth revealed over viral claim players have to pay to stay at club's own hotel | Leicestershire Live Brian Dick Reach Football Correspondent 10:10, 16 Sep 2026 Leicester City players have to pay to stay at the club’s training ground – on nights they choose to stay, LeicestershireLive understands. However, Russell Martin’s men are not charged for nights on which they are required to remain at Seagrave. The new information obtained by LeicestershireLive comes after a report by talkSPORT that players were having to pay £80 a night just to sleep in the hotel at their £100million training base. The move is part of a drive to encourage City players to live closer to the club rather than spend hours on a daily commute.

The 350ish residents have some valid reasons even without their personal views / fears founded or unfounded of having 1250 male immigrants on their doorstep (as they see it) Apparently it's stated that it's cheaper than hotels yet the site has no water, gas or sewage facilities. Which makes it seem like a 'political' decision regarding emptying hotels as promised.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cqrm9xdprx2gt Live Reporting Edited by Georgina Morris, with Andrew Segal and Ruth Comerford Charity takes steps to stop thefts from its shops published at 09:42 09:42 Richard Price BBC News, West Midlands Many shops across the country have closed changing rooms in a bid to prevent thefts. Even the Headway charity shop in Rugby, which raises money for people with head injuries, has done this as staff say some thieves have been putting on several layers of clothing to sneak garments out. There was a 10% increase in recorded shoplifting in Warwickshire over the most recent 12-month period up to 2025/26. In the same period, no suspect was identified in 60% of cases and charges were only brought in 20% of cases. Warwickshire Police said it had carried out a targeted operation in the town in August. “We continue to target those responsible for shop theft, act on information provided by businesses and work to prevent offending,” a spokesperson said. Share What is the picture like in your area? published at 09:33 09:33 Ema Sabljak England Data Unit From high streets to retail parks, shoplifting is impacting our cities and towns. We have analysed Police UK data which includes locations by neighbourhoods to find out where it is taking place. It is important to note that data from Greater Manchester Police and Gloucestershire Constabulary was not usable for this analysis. However, we were able to build a picture of shoplifting hotspots across more than 300 council areas in 2025-26. Outside of London, the highest shoplifting rates per 1,000 people were seen in Hartlepool, Eastbourne and Lincoln. You can see the figures for your area using the dropdown search tool below. Share 'Shoplifters will take anything': Life in a theft hotspot published at 09:19 09:19 Sarah-May Buccieri Reporting from Grimsby A woman is standing in front of bookshelves in a shop. She is wearing a white top with pink butterflies on it. She has big purple glasses, blue eyes and red hair. Image caption, Kathryn Dawe runs The A World UK store in Grimsby, which supports people with autism As I enter a shop on Grimsby's High Street, I feel watched. Partly by the keen eye of the shopkeeper - but also thanks to the presence of numerous CCTV cameras perched in each corner. The owner tells me he sees shoplifting every day. I'm on Victoria Street West, which is a hotspot for shop thefts. According to data gathered by the BBC, it is where nearly 10% of recorded incidents in North East Lincolnshire take place. Figures also show there are 15.7 incidents of shoplifting per 1,000 people in the local authority area. The national rate is 8.1. Further down the street, I meet Kathryn Dawe, a charity shop manager who says someone attempts to steal from her shop at least twice a week. "I think it is the lowest of the low," she says. "We're a not-for-profit organisation, so everything that gets taken from our shop means that that's a potential sale that we've lost." She keeps one eye on her shop as we talk, watching out for any trouble. She says shoplifters will take "anything", from gift sets to clothes, and dealing with it has become a normal part of her job. You can read more about how Kathryn is trying to combat the problem here.

It's difficult to avoid when Agents know hat the current squad are earning.

Obviously never tried to sell a car etc privately

Let's see how Villa cope in a similar situation having been forced to sell their best can they replace them cheaply with equivalent or better players?

We don't want another Leicester (singular)

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A British-built 'iron horse' rides New Jersey's rails September 15th, 1831: Built in Newcastle, England, and shipped to the US for use on New Jersey's first railway, the John Bull steam locomotive takes its inaugural run. Exactly 150 years later it'll make an exhibition run in Washington, DC, becoming the world's oldest still-operable steam locomotive.

So two have walked away due to the level of debt and the others are reluctant to get involved because they don't know the size of the debt Hmmm

https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/leicester-city-transfer-louis-page-11156744 Scouts flock to Leicester City match as Manchester United transfer rival emerges Leicester City beat Stockport 4-3 on Saturday and some of the giants of European football were there to watch Louis Page Brian Dick Reach Football Correspondent 10:14, 15 Sep 2026 Scouts flocked to watch Louis Page illuminate Leicester City’s much-needed 4-3 win over Stockport County. The Leicester City starlet bagged three assists, albeit only two were officially recognised, setting up goals for Liam Cullen, Emile Riis and John Lundstram as the Foxes responded well to the loss to Oxford United. And Page was at the heart of it as, according to TEAMtalk, representatives from Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, Everton, Newcastle United and Sunderland were all there to check up on the 18-year-old’s development. United presence is no surprise given they were keen to sign the midfielder before the transfer deadline but City stood firm. That said the story claims he is still a ‘major target’ for United and that the Red Devils believe they have done the ‘groundwork’ to be in a strong position if/when the teenager does leave the King Power Stadium. However, the article also throws a new and interesting name into the mix, with Borussia Dortmund said to have joined the chase having also been in attendance at Edgeley Park. It is claimed BVB will ‘continue to monitor’ City’s crown jewel. As things stand Page is getting the game-time he needs with Russell Martin having started him in the last five matches. Foxes reporter Josh Holland was thrilled by Page's display at Stockport and gave him and impressive 8/10 rating, adding: "Three assists to his name on an afternoon where he was given license to roam forward. Got himself in the referee’s book and that restricted him when trying to pinch the ball. Stayed composed throughout. Superstar."

Christian Purslow has nailed Leicester City truth - Premier League rules killed the dream Christian Purslow has nailed Leicester City truth - Premier League rules killed the dream Story by Amie Wilson It was 10 years this week since Leicester City’s memorable trip to take on Club Brugge in the Champions League. Marc Albrighton’s goal, and him wheeling away in celebration will live long in the memory. A decade on, City sit in 13th place in the League One table. While a 4-3 away win over Stockport County on Saturday lightened the mood, it’s still a far cry away from where the club were. The question of where it went wrong over the last five or so years has been asked countless times, and in truth, there are so many different factors. There has been chronic mismanagement from the top. Amid the talk of a takeover, it feels like the best solution all around. Speaking on The Football Boardroom Podcast, former Aston Villa CEO Christian Purslow gave his thoughts on where it has gone wrong for City. “I think it’s a cautionary tale, people and personalities aside, this is Icarus flying too close to the sun,” he said. “They're a cautionary tale of a club that dared to dream, that the closer they got to being one of the big boys, spent more and more. Rules forced them to balance the books and selling your best players and replacing them with less good players on similar wages, often ends badly. “This is an extreme example, but not the first example of challenging clubs ultimately being defeated by the process of forced selling of best players, just how hard it is in the end to keep replacing your best players.” There’s no doubt that the Premier League’s financial rules have had a big impact on City’s situation. Brendan Rodgers spoke about the need for a refresh in the summer of 2022, but City were restricted with what they could spend due to the Profitability and Sustainability Rules. City had finished in eighth place in the table the previous season. It followed two fifth-place finishes and an FA Cup win. City wanted to kick on, but the financial rules meant they couldn't. Ultimately, a poor transfer window the previous summer came back to bite them. Unlike previous windows, the club decided to keep hold of their key players, such as Youri Tielemans, and spent out on additions including Patson Daka, Boubakary Soumare and Jannik Vestergaaard. This is where the fairness of the rules comes into question for me. Yes, the City hierarchy should be questioned for a lot of their decisions, and they should have seen the situation coming sooner and planned ahead for what could happen. But one poor transfer window created a domino effect, which has ultimately led to the club now being in League One. City had to take a risk to try to take the next step, and it simply didn't pay off. If you look at Chelsea, for example, a poor transfer window means that they try to fix it by just spending hundreds of millions more in the next window, without breaking the rules. They don't have to take the risk that clubs like City do; how is that fair to clubs trying to compete? Aston Villa are one of the clubs having to cope with the disparity of breaking into the upper echelons of the table, and the financial gulf between clubs. Sales of Tielemans, Morgan Rogers, Ezri Konsa and Ollie Watkins among others in the transfer window has seen a massive overhaul in the squad, all while trying to compete in the Champions League as well as the Premier League. The club currently sit in 19th place in the table, having got one point from their opening four games. If they have to cash in, even with the Champions League money coming in, just to comply with the rules, how are clubs with aspirations of breaking into the competition meant to do it? City should have been cleverer and planned much better for the scenario that was quickly heading their way. Ultimately, that’s why I believe now is the right time for a change of ownership as they look to rebuild again. But the unfair Premier League rules played a massive part in the club’s downfall. It’s something that other clubs now in a similar situation could easily fall foul of too.

'We need to be a horrible team' - Emil Riis issues challenge to Leicester City youngsters We need to be a horrible team' - Emil Riis issues challenge to Leicester City youngsters Story by Steve Wollaston Leicester City striker Emil Riis has spoken out after the club's dramatic 4-3 away win at Stockport County and his own goalscoring exploits during the game. The 28-year-old was signed on a four-year deal at the King Power Stadium and has been slowly building himself up to full fitness after a pre-season hit by injury issues. Speaking after the game, he was delighted to get on the scoresheet for his new club and City fans will be hoping it's a sign of things to come. He stated: "It was good to get minutes in the legs again. I only played an hour of pre-season before I joined here; I was injured for all of it." Grinding out a result was the order of the day for the Foxes, and the new signing was keen to stress that the club need to learn the dark arts of the game if they are to get out of the division. He said: "I'm happy with the win, and I'm happy with how we played a lot in the game. Even in the end, I think we fought well. They came in the box and had some chances, but we dug deep and fought as a team, and that's what we needed last week, and I think we showed that today. "We needed to fight more as a team, win second balls, and do the dirty part of football as well. We can play beautiful football, but we also need to be a horrible team to play against. So that's what we were talking about, and I think we showed that at times today, definitely. When quizzed about how the young lads were responding to that side of the game, he feels that they need to learn quickly, guided by the more experienced players in the side. He observed: "Hopefully, playing academy football going into men's football is very different, especially in League One, where you're going to get some nasty tackles. "Some of the young boys probably haven't experienced it, but they play really good football and are going to have to learn it. If they can learn that, we've got a really good chance, definitely." Clearly relieved to be back on the scoresheet, the striker talked about the contribution he made to the game and how he was pleased to be back among the goals. He stated: "I saw Louis Page running with the ball, and the gaffer keeps saying 'be in front of the goal, be in there. He tried to pass it to me; it came to me in different ways, but it was bouncing, and the keeper came out, so I just thought, let me chip it. "Then obviously for the second one, I drifted to the side, saw the defence drop, so I thought, take it inside and try my best, and luckily it went in. "It's been a while since I scored a goal. To finally get that again and help the team that way - that's absolutely why I came here, to score goals. So, to help the team that way, yeah, I'm very proud. "We had a lot of good things today and some things we need to work on, but now we can work on that during the week and hopefully make a better performance than we did last week."

I've got visions of Top smashing the Seagrave Building with a big tree branch ala Basil Fawlty shouting it's not you Jon, you're not the problem