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Only watched the first few minutes lads on the lathes with not eye protection. Will watch the rest later.

Do they still do cooking at school Memory Lane 70s · Follow Making Christmas cake at school. #fblifestyle

Abbey Road Tribute · Follow Unlikely Influences: Joe Brown & The Beatles Before The Beatles conquered the world, they were just another Liverpool band trying to make their way onto bigger stages. One of the first established stars to give them that chance was Joe Brown—the skiffle-rocker best known for “A Picture of You.” In 1962, The Beatles opened shows for Joe, and George Harrison in particular was a fan. George even covered “A Picture of You” on early BBC broadcasts—proof that Brown’s melodic guitar style left its mark. As the years went on, George and Joe became close friends. They’d often play ukuleles together at Friar Park, and when George passed in 2001, it was Joe who performed “I’ll See You in My Dreams” at the Concert for George—a moment that still moves fans to this day. Joe Brown might not get the headlines Elvis or Buddy Holly do, but his mix of skiffle, rock, and country gave the Beatles an early blueprint for versatility—and showed them what a true working musician could be. #TheBeatles #JoeBrown #GeorgeHarrison #BeatlesHistory #UnlikelyInfluences

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c87y3110dnzo Man Utd announce record revenue despite poor form Manchester United's men's team are not competing in Europe this season By Simon Stone Chief football news reporter Manchester United earned record financial revenue of £666.5m last year despite the poor on-pitch performance of their men's team. United finished 15th in the Premier League last season, their worst placing since the 1973-74 relegation campaign. However, the start of their five-year front-of-shirt sponsorship deal with Snapdragon enabled them to post record commercial revenue of £333.3m, while matchday revenue was also a record at £160.3m in the year to 30 June 2025. "To have generated record revenues during such a challenging year for the club demonstrates the resilience which is a hallmark of Manchester United," said chief executive Omar Berrada. "As we settle into the 2025-26 season, we are working hard to improve the club in all areas." Berrada did not reference United's poor start to the current campaign but says United are building "for the long term". An overall loss of £33m represents a 70.8% reduction on the previous year, when the figure was £113.2m. United say they "remain committed to, and in compliance with, both the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules and Uefa's's Financial Fair Play Regulations". In January Deloitte ranked United as having the fourth highest revenue in world football, based on the club's earnings of £651m from the previous year. Real Madrid (£883m) were in first place, followed by Manchester City (£708m) and Paris St-Germain (£681m). Cost-cutting starts to have an impact The overall number of employees has dropped from 1,100 to 700 in the past two years following controversial redundancies at United. Cutting so many long-serving members of staff at a time of chronic under-performance on the pitch has been heavily criticised by many. United believe it will help provide the financial capacity to invest in the playing squad while remaining compliant with the Premier League and Uefa financial rules. Wages were cut by £51.5m to £313.2m, although most of this related to United failing to qualify for the Champions League, which triggered a 25% salary cut among the playing staff. The figures also contain an 'exceptional items' expense of £36.6m, which includes compensation payments to former manager Erik ten Hag, interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy and technical director Dan Ashworth. Despite their relative lack of success, United are still predicting turnover of between £640m and £660m to June 2026. The Snapdragon deal has helped them leapfrog back above Liverpool in terms of commercial revenue. "As we start to feel the benefits of our cost reduction programme, there is significant potential for improved financial performance, which will, in turn, support our overriding priority: success on the pitch," said Berrada. The figures show a £48.9m reduction in broadcasting revenue - the consequence of playing in the Europa League last season as opposed to the Champions League. This season United are not in Europe at all. Man Utd's growing transfer debt As ever, United's debt levels remain a talking point. The long-term debt, which has effectively sat on the club since the Glazers bought it in 2005, remains at $650m, with the exchange rate on 30 June meaning it was £471.9m. In addition, borrowings from the club's rolling credit facility had risen to £165.1m from £35.6m by 30 June. On top of that, there is the amount owed in outstanding transfer fees. United are not alone in paying fees in installments over a period of time and the precise amounts they have to pay and when are unclear. However, they will form a significant part of the two 'trade and other payable' entries in the accounts released today that total £564.6m, up from £424.9m 12 months earlier. Since 30 June, United have bought Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig and Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for fees club sources said totalled £156.8m. Club officials have defended the outlay, saying it provides evidence of United's determination to arrest their slump and compete for major trophies again.

Pretty in impressive performance lacked quality for an academy trained team very Sunday morning park game with long balls going nowhere and heading tennis.

Maybe Beaglehole is still the coach well he is according to FotMob

Not even in it a few wayward long balls up to no one in particular seems to be the tactic of the night.

History of Leicestershire in Images Jan Smith Leicester,Fosse Road Central in the early 1900s. Fresh milk is being delivered from the milk churn on the left of the photo,I think.

We'd have better NHS if the different parties stopped reversing or cancelling each others decisions. For example in my time they closed all the district hospitals to save money and pool technical resources in massive central edifice now they are building/ reopening many of them

John Ghent Leicester Estate Agent · Follow Great Central Station – What Could Have Been Every time I see old photos like this, I can’t help but feel a bit gutted. I never got to experience Leicester’s Great Central Station in its full glory—trains, trams, buses, all pouring into the heart of the city. Imagine if we’d kept it all… a modern network of rail and tramlines feeding the centre, connecting us to everywhere. Instead of traffic jams and endless roadworks, we could have had a green, efficient system that kept the city buzzing and the shops thriving. How different would Leicester feel today if we’d protected this? How much stronger would our city centre be? I missed it—and I know many of you did too. But some of you were there. What was it like? Share your memories below. Let’s keep this part of Leicester’s story alive. #LeicesterHistory #GreatCentralStation #LostTransport #WhatCouldHaveBeen

The stadium and surrounding land all belongs to KP, it'll be them funding any work. With the state that KP are in I doubt they have the money, financial backing or even the motivation to do this.

https://sportwitness.co.uk/what-the-italian-media-think-of-jamie-vardys-start-leicester-city-legend-begins-adventure/ Jamie Vardy’s long-awaited Serie A debut has arrived, as the former Leicester City striker featured for Cremonese in their 0-0 draw against Hellas Verona. Signed on a free transfer until June 2026, the 38-year-old came on in the 59th minute at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi and played just over half an hour in what was more of a symbolic first step than a decisive performance. Spanish outlet Sport underlined how unusual it was to see Vardy quieter than usual, with few touches and little influence in attack. The paper noted that he looked more timid than fans had come to expect from his Premier League days. Italian coverage, however, highlighted the occasion itself. La Provincia di Cremona described the buzz surrounding his introduction, from photographers and fans glued to his every move to the whistles and cheers that greeted him when his name was announced. His first touch, a backheel pass, earned immediate applause from the away supporters. According to Cuore Grigiorosso, Cremonese spent most of the match defending, which limited Vardy’s impact in attack. Still, he showed flashes of movement and energy, and his presence alone was enough to raise anticipation for what is to come. The outlet added that he is already being considered for a starting spot, either against Parma next weekend or, failing that, away to Como on September 27. In La Repubblica there was also a more detailed observation about Vardy’s display. The newspaper pointed out that coach Davide Nicola introduced him in the 59th minute in place of Federico Bonazzoli, but stressed that the Englishman “did not manage to do any better than his teammate.” The verdict was that his lack of influence was less about Vardy himself and more about Verona’s determination to keep pressing, which prevented Cremonese from finding attacking rhythm. After the final whistle, Cremonese captain Matteo Bianchetti spoke to DAZN about the Englishman’s arrival. “He’s a super approachable guy, very willing both in the dressing room and on the pitch. He brings charisma, experience and a lot of attention with him. For us it’s fantastic to have him here, and I’m convinced he can really help us,” the defender said. Vardy’s first outing in Italian football may not have produced fireworks, but it offered a glimpse of the attention and expectations surrounding him. Now the focus will turn to whether he can turn that presence into goals as he settles into life in Serie A.

Made In Leicester Rob Hubble John Biggs getting a tidy up. Welford Place back in the day.

There was a big delay in getting the full planning for the stadium approved so missing the opportunity to take advantage of our rise at that time. Sliding doors moment and we went through the wrong one.

Attila the Stockbroker · Follow Summed up brilliantly in one simple cartoon, the reason why the Sun, Mail, Express, GB News, huge numbers of social media sites, Nigel Farage and Reform UK exist. To make sure billionaires stay that way. Divide and rule. Congratulations to the artist. Whether you agree or not it's just someone's counter viewpoint.

Made In Leicester John Ghent Leicester Estate Agent An Industrial Giant Beneath Our Feet - Yhe Glenfield Tunnel How incredible is this shot? A follower sent it over after visiting Glenfield Tunnel at the weekend, and it perfectly captures the hidden scale of this Victorian marvel. Britain’s First Steam Railway Tunnel Built in 1832, Glenfield Tunnel stretched over 1 mile long and was the longest railway tunnel in the world when it opened. It carried the Leicester & Swannington Railway, feeding the coal-hungry factories that powered the Industrial Revolution. Engineering Ingenuity See that huge concrete ring? It’s a modern reinforcement protecting the original brickwork. The person is standing directly beneath a vertical shaft—one of several sunk from the surface to speed up digging. These shafts let teams work on multiple sections at once, a radical method for the 1830s. Leicester’s Hidden Landmark Thousands walk and drive above it every day, unaware that this pioneering piece of engineering history lies right under their feet. It’s a reminder that Leicester’s industrial story isn’t just in museums—it’s literally below the pavements we stand on. Next time you’re in the area, picture this vast tunnel carved through solid rock with nothing but hand tools and sheer determination. Two centuries later, it’s still standing strong.

Sport Snaps · Follow Harry Maguire & Ritchie De Laet Hold Two of the Most UNBELIEVABLE Records in English Football History! Harry Maguire is the only player in English football history to be relegated TWICE in a SINGLE SEASON. In 2014-15, Maguire played the first half of the season with Hull City before moving on loan to Wigan Athletic for the second half. At the end of the campaign: Hull City were RELEGATED from the Premier League to the Championship. Wigan Athletic were RELEGATED from the Championship to League One. Meanwhile, Ritchie De Laet achieved the exact opposite, he became the only player to win the Premier League AND the Championship in the same season! He began the season with Leicester City, playing enough games to qualify for a Premier League winner’s medal during their historic title run under Claudio Ranieri. In February, he went on loan to Middlesbrough, where he helped them secure promotion by winning the Championship title. So, while Maguire suffered double relegation heartbreak, De Laet celebrated a double title triumph, Two of the wildest records English football has ever seen.

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Thankfully the chief finance expert at EFL Analysis, Adam Williams, has made several revelations regards the Foxes home base. Big things are planned in Leicestershire, and that includes growing everything about the organisation. The Srivaddhanaprabha family, who own and operate LCFC, have grand designs. https://foxesofleicester.com/when-leicester-city-are-expected-to-begin-stadium-expansion

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Reiss Khela Announces his first pro deal via IG📲 ‘A very proud day signing my first professional contract’ Reiss Singh Khela has signed a professional contract with the club The 18 year-old defender has made 40+ appearances in youth league.

The clubs must have voted for this TV deal

Made In Leicester Rob Hubble Lee Circle Garage.