The "do they mean us?" thread pt 4

[davieG]

Robert Huth on Leicester City's downfall, recruitment, fanbase anger and what's next | Leicestershire Live

 

 

Robert Huth on Leicester City's downfall, recruitment, fanbase anger and what's next

Robert Huth speaks to LeicestershireLive on Leicester City's drop from the Premier League to League One and what needs to happen for them to bring back the glory days

 

Josh Holland Leicester City correspondent
07:00, 13 Jun 2026
Leicester City title-winner Robert Huth believes the club must focus on stabilising themselves after back-to-back relegations from the Premier League to League One.

The Foxes will play in the third tier of English football for only the second time in their history after last season's disaster in the Championship. After their nine-year stay in the Premier League - which included them pulling off one of the games greatest ever achievements in 2016 - came to an end in 2023, the club have failed to recover and find themselves at their lowest point.

City will go into the 2026/27 season as one of the favourites to win the League One title, just as they were in 2008 when they were last at this level. Preparations for the new campaign will begin in a few weeks time, with the search for a new manager appearing to be close to reaching its conclusion.

Huth, who joined City in 2015 and played huge roles in the Premier League title win and run to the Champions League quarter-final, has stressed the importance of everyone at the club coming to terms with the reality of League One.

 

Speaking to LeicestershireLive (via LeoVegas), the former defender explained the key principles needed for the club to rebuild after a "really difficult couple of years.". He said: "The first thing Leicester need to do is park the idea of being a Premier League club. Put it to one side and forget about it for a while.

"That’s not being disrespectful — it’s just reality. Right now, you’re a League One club. The objective is to get back into the Championship. Let’s not talk about where the club might be in ten years’ time. Let’s focus on stabilising things first.

 

"There are still questions about recruitment and, at the moment, there’s still no manager. What supporters want to see is what Leicester had in the past: a genuine connection between the players and the fans. At its simplest level, supporters want to see players fighting for the club.

What does that look like? It means not giving up, competing, rolling your sleeves up, fighting for every point and every win. That’s something that’s been missing over the last few seasons. I’ve never known Leicester to feel so disconnected between the players and the supporters. So how do you bring them back together?

 

"You create a style of play that supporters can identify with. High intensity, high energy, tackles, commitment, getting people off their seats. A fast winger, a quick striker, exciting football.

"At times it’s felt too passive. Reconnecting with the fans is the most important thing. Once you get the atmosphere back in the stadium, you can build from there."

The fallout between supporters and the hierarchy has reached boiling point in recent years, with many opting against attending games last season and others deciding against renewing their season tickets - although more than 22,000 were still sold for next season.

 

Huth admits that the toxicity and displeasure towards the ownership is difficult to see, but believes a revival is still possible right now. "Over the last couple of years the atmosphere has become toxic at times," he added.

"There have been banners, protests and marches. It’s not nice to see because I only really know the good times at Leicester — full houses every home game, incredible away support and a great connection between the team and the fans.

 

"There is a way back. The club has done it before. When the Srivaddhanaprabha family took over around 15 years ago, Leicester were in League One then as well. It’s definitely possible, but it won’t be as straightforward as people think. League One will be incredibly difficult.

"Teams will come to Leicester, see the stadium and the facilities, and it will feel like their cup final. They’ll raise their level. Leicester need to understand where they are right now and not underestimate the challenge. There will be ups and downs. They’re not going to win every game.

"But if they can find consistency and build momentum, then who knows? We’ve seen teams do that before. Once momentum starts building, it can carry you a long way."

[OntarioFox]

Had me the moment he identified that style of play is a huge reason for the disconnect. Don't suppose Huth has his coaching badges? 

[LCFCJohn]

25 minutes ago, davieG said:

Robert Huth on Leicester City's downfall, recruitment, fanbase anger and what's next | Leicestershire Live

 

 

Robert Huth on Leicester City's downfall, recruitment, fanbase anger and what's next

Robert Huth speaks to LeicestershireLive on Leicester City's drop from the Premier League to League One and what needs to happen for them to bring back the glory days

 

Josh Holland Leicester City correspondent
07:00, 13 Jun 2026
Leicester City title-winner Robert Huth believes the club must focus on stabilising themselves after back-to-back relegations from the Premier League to League One.

The Foxes will play in the third tier of English football for only the second time in their history after last season's disaster in the Championship. After their nine-year stay in the Premier League - which included them pulling off one of the games greatest ever achievements in 2016 - came to an end in 2023, the club have failed to recover and find themselves at their lowest point.

City will go into the 2026/27 season as one of the favourites to win the League One title, just as they were in 2008 when they were last at this level. Preparations for the new campaign will begin in a few weeks time, with the search for a new manager appearing to be close to reaching its conclusion.

Huth, who joined City in 2015 and played huge roles in the Premier League title win and run to the Champions League quarter-final, has stressed the importance of everyone at the club coming to terms with the reality of League One.

 

Speaking to LeicestershireLive (via LeoVegas), the former defender explained the key principles needed for the club to rebuild after a "really difficult couple of years.". He said: "The first thing Leicester need to do is park the idea of being a Premier League club. Put it to one side and forget about it for a while.

"That’s not being disrespectful — it’s just reality. Right now, you’re a League One club. The objective is to get back into the Championship. Let’s not talk about where the club might be in ten years’ time. Let’s focus on stabilising things first.

 

"There are still questions about recruitment and, at the moment, there’s still no manager. What supporters want to see is what Leicester had in the past: a genuine connection between the players and the fans. At its simplest level, supporters want to see players fighting for the club.

What does that look like? It means not giving up, competing, rolling your sleeves up, fighting for every point and every win. That’s something that’s been missing over the last few seasons. I’ve never known Leicester to feel so disconnected between the players and the supporters. So how do you bring them back together?

 

"You create a style of play that supporters can identify with. High intensity, high energy, tackles, commitment, getting people off their seats. A fast winger, a quick striker, exciting football.

"At times it’s felt too passive. Reconnecting with the fans is the most important thing. Once you get the atmosphere back in the stadium, you can build from there."

The fallout between supporters and the hierarchy has reached boiling point in recent years, with many opting against attending games last season and others deciding against renewing their season tickets - although more than 22,000 were still sold for next season.

 

Huth admits that the toxicity and displeasure towards the ownership is difficult to see, but believes a revival is still possible right now. "Over the last couple of years the atmosphere has become toxic at times," he added.

"There have been banners, protests and marches. It’s not nice to see because I only really know the good times at Leicester — full houses every home game, incredible away support and a great connection between the team and the fans.

 

"There is a way back. The club has done it before. When the Srivaddhanaprabha family took over around 15 years ago, Leicester were in League One then as well. It’s definitely possible, but it won’t be as straightforward as people think. League One will be incredibly difficult.

"Teams will come to Leicester, see the stadium and the facilities, and it will feel like their cup final. They’ll raise their level. Leicester need to understand where they are right now and not underestimate the challenge. There will be ups and downs. They’re not going to win every game.

"But if they can find consistency and build momentum, then who knows? We’ve seen teams do that before. Once momentum starts building, it can carry you a long way."

Huth talking nonsense here.

[Miquel The Work Geordie]

Huth acknowledging recruitment and general running of the club has been crap but apparently if fans clap a bit more that'll sort it.

 

Doesn't want to upset his precious mates does he, prat.

[RoboFox]

30 minutes ago, davieG said:

Robert Huth on Leicester City's downfall, recruitment, fanbase anger and what's next | Leicestershire Live

 

 

Robert Huth on Leicester City's downfall, recruitment, fanbase anger and what's next

Robert Huth speaks to LeicestershireLive on Leicester City's drop from the Premier League to League One and what needs to happen for them to bring back the glory days

 

Josh Holland Leicester City correspondent
07:00, 13 Jun 2026
Leicester City title-winner Robert Huth believes the club must focus on stabilising themselves after back-to-back relegations from the Premier League to League One.

The Foxes will play in the third tier of English football for only the second time in their history after last season's disaster in the Championship. After their nine-year stay in the Premier League - which included them pulling off one of the games greatest ever achievements in 2016 - came to an end in 2023, the club have failed to recover and find themselves at their lowest point.

City will go into the 2026/27 season as one of the favourites to win the League One title, just as they were in 2008 when they were last at this level. Preparations for the new campaign will begin in a few weeks time, with the search for a new manager appearing to be close to reaching its conclusion.

Huth, who joined City in 2015 and played huge roles in the Premier League title win and run to the Champions League quarter-final, has stressed the importance of everyone at the club coming to terms with the reality of League One.

 

Speaking to LeicestershireLive (via LeoVegas), the former defender explained the key principles needed for the club to rebuild after a "really difficult couple of years.". He said: "The first thing Leicester need to do is park the idea of being a Premier League club. Put it to one side and forget about it for a while.

"That’s not being disrespectful — it’s just reality. Right now, you’re a League One club. The objective is to get back into the Championship. Let’s not talk about where the club might be in ten years’ time. Let’s focus on stabilising things first.

 

"There are still questions about recruitment and, at the moment, there’s still no manager. What supporters want to see is what Leicester had in the past: a genuine connection between the players and the fans. At its simplest level, supporters want to see players fighting for the club.

What does that look like? It means not giving up, competing, rolling your sleeves up, fighting for every point and every win. That’s something that’s been missing over the last few seasons. I’ve never known Leicester to feel so disconnected between the players and the supporters. So how do you bring them back together?

 

"You create a style of play that supporters can identify with. High intensity, high energy, tackles, commitment, getting people off their seats. A fast winger, a quick striker, exciting football.

"At times it’s felt too passive. Reconnecting with the fans is the most important thing. Once you get the atmosphere back in the stadium, you can build from there."

The fallout between supporters and the hierarchy has reached boiling point in recent years, with many opting against attending games last season and others deciding against renewing their season tickets - although more than 22,000 were still sold for next season.

 

Huth admits that the toxicity and displeasure towards the ownership is difficult to see, but believes a revival is still possible right now. "Over the last couple of years the atmosphere has become toxic at times," he added.

"There have been banners, protests and marches. It’s not nice to see because I only really know the good times at Leicester — full houses every home game, incredible away support and a great connection between the team and the fans.

 

"There is a way back. The club has done it before. When the Srivaddhanaprabha family took over around 15 years ago, Leicester were in League One then as well. It’s definitely possible, but it won’t be as straightforward as people think. League One will be incredibly difficult.

"Teams will come to Leicester, see the stadium and the facilities, and it will feel like their cup final. They’ll raise their level. Leicester need to understand where they are right now and not underestimate the challenge. There will be ups and downs. They’re not going to win every game.

"But if they can find consistency and build momentum, then who knows? We’ve seen teams do that before. Once momentum starts building, it can carry you a long way."

I love the guy but Huth loves to say absolutely nothing and this article reflects it. Total tosh all round.

[Philkeavo]

34 minutes ago, davieG said:

Robert Huth on Leicester City's downfall, recruitment, fanbase anger and what's next | Leicestershire Live

 

 

Robert Huth on Leicester City's downfall, recruitment, fanbase anger and what's next

Robert Huth speaks to LeicestershireLive on Leicester City's drop from the Premier League to League One and what needs to happen for them to bring back the glory days

 

Josh Holland Leicester City correspondent
07:00, 13 Jun 2026
Leicester City title-winner Robert Huth believes the club must focus on stabilising themselves after back-to-back relegations from the Premier League to League One.

The Foxes will play in the third tier of English football for only the second time in their history after last season's disaster in the Championship. After their nine-year stay in the Premier League - which included them pulling off one of the games greatest ever achievements in 2016 - came to an end in 2023, the club have failed to recover and find themselves at their lowest point.

City will go into the 2026/27 season as one of the favourites to win the League One title, just as they were in 2008 when they were last at this level. Preparations for the new campaign will begin in a few weeks time, with the search for a new manager appearing to be close to reaching its conclusion.

Huth, who joined City in 2015 and played huge roles in the Premier League title win and run to the Champions League quarter-final, has stressed the importance of everyone at the club coming to terms with the reality of League One.

 

Speaking to LeicestershireLive (via LeoVegas), the former defender explained the key principles needed for the club to rebuild after a "really difficult couple of years.". He said: "The first thing Leicester need to do is park the idea of being a Premier League club. Put it to one side and forget about it for a while.

"That’s not being disrespectful — it’s just reality. Right now, you’re a League One club. The objective is to get back into the Championship. Let’s not talk about where the club might be in ten years’ time. Let’s focus on stabilising things first.

 

"There are still questions about recruitment and, at the moment, there’s still no manager. What supporters want to see is what Leicester had in the past: a genuine connection between the players and the fans. At its simplest level, supporters want to see players fighting for the club.

What does that look like? It means not giving up, competing, rolling your sleeves up, fighting for every point and every win. That’s something that’s been missing over the last few seasons. I’ve never known Leicester to feel so disconnected between the players and the supporters. So how do you bring them back together?

 

"You create a style of play that supporters can identify with. High intensity, high energy, tackles, commitment, getting people off their seats. A fast winger, a quick striker, exciting football.

"At times it’s felt too passive. Reconnecting with the fans is the most important thing. Once you get the atmosphere back in the stadium, you can build from there."

The fallout between supporters and the hierarchy has reached boiling point in recent years, with many opting against attending games last season and others deciding against renewing their season tickets - although more than 22,000 were still sold for next season.

 

Huth admits that the toxicity and displeasure towards the ownership is difficult to see, but believes a revival is still possible right now. "Over the last couple of years the atmosphere has become toxic at times," he added.

"There have been banners, protests and marches. It’s not nice to see because I only really know the good times at Leicester — full houses every home game, incredible away support and a great connection between the team and the fans.

 

"There is a way back. The club has done it before. When the Srivaddhanaprabha family took over around 15 years ago, Leicester were in League One then as well. It’s definitely possible, but it won’t be as straightforward as people think. League One will be incredibly difficult.

"Teams will come to Leicester, see the stadium and the facilities, and it will feel like their cup final. They’ll raise their level. Leicester need to understand where they are right now and not underestimate the challenge. There will be ups and downs. They’re not going to win every game.

"But if they can find consistency and build momentum, then who knows? We’ve seen teams do that before. Once momentum starts building, it can carry you a long way."

Clickbait.

[BKLFox]

"You create a style of play that supporters can identify with. High intensity, high energy, tackles, commitment, getting people off their seats. A fast winger, a quick striker, exciting football.

"At times it’s felt too passive. Reconnecting with the fans is the most important thing. Once you get the atmosphere back in the stadium, you can build from there."
 

But just this week he said appointing Russell Martin would be a “sensible option…”

[coolhandfox]

Think he's pretty sensible to be fair.

 

People seem to get enraged by people taking about the fans and the atmosphere around club.

 

Its like people see this as blaming fans.

 

Getting rid of the toxic environment in the club and rebuild a relationship between the fan base and the club has to happen.

 

There is so much to fix, but this is one element.

Edited Saturday at 10:32 by coolhandfox

[Wymsey]

12 minutes ago, Philkeavo said:

Clickbait.

Why is it LeicestershireLive (via Leo Vegas)?

[davieG]

48 minutes ago, Wymsey said:

Why is it LeicestershireLive (via Leo Vegas)?

Because that's where they got it from, there's very little if any LCFC stuff in the Merc where they are the original source. They even get stuff that's already been posted on here especially player links. 

[Stadt]

Factually incorrect about being in L1 under the Thais before. He’s a mouthpiece like most of the title winners - a stronger allegiance to an idiot who happened to be there than with the club itself.

Edited Saturday at 17:17 by Stadt

[westernpark]

12 minutes ago, Stadt said:

Factually incorrect about being in L1 under the Thais before. He’s a mouthpiece like most of the title winners - a stringer allegiance to an idiot who happened to be there than with the club itself.

This is said so much- incorrectly stating when we were in league one. Pearson got us out of league one, he got us out of the championship. He also built a premier league winning side. The King Power people are secondary. Huth has shown a few times how clueless he is. 

[foxile5]

5 hours ago, Stadt said:

Factually incorrect about being in L1 under the Thais before. He’s a mouthpiece like most of the title winners - a stronger allegiance to an idiot who happened to be there than with the club itself.

It's odd, isn't it?

 

Vichai was obviously a great man to them and they think a lot of him but you can't help but wonder why they can't be bipartisan and observe that the club isn't in a good shape. He's not dependent on the club. 

[bovril]

6 hours ago, Stadt said:

Factually incorrect about being in L1 under the Thais before. He’s a mouthpiece like most of the title winners - a stronger allegiance to an idiot who happened to be there than with the club itself.

He may just have been told this and not know it's not true - why would he? Though I am probably just saying this because I refuse to accept Huth slander. Top 3 favourite player ever. 

[LCFCJohn]

6 hours ago, bovril said:

He may just have been told this and not know it's not true - why would he? Though I am probably just saying this because I refuse to accept Huth slander. Top 3 favourite player ever. 

Basic research. Fair enough as a player signing in 2015, I’m not saying he should have (although it’d be nice if players did have an understanding of the club they are joining) but if he is going to do media work in retirement and talk about the club, he should have basic facts that a quick only search can off….

[ealingfox]

13 hours ago, Stadt said:

Factually incorrect about being in L1 under the Thais before. He’s a mouthpiece like most of the title winners - a stronger allegiance to an idiot who happened to be there than with the club itself.

 

Proof at least that Toad and Smithers see this as part of their narrative. Shameful that half of our fans have already swallowed and regurgitate these lies.

[LCFCJohn]

5 minutes ago, ealingfox said:

 

Proof at least that Toad and Smithers see this as part of their narrative. Shameful that half of our fans have already swallowed and regurgitate these lies.

You can just see already that as the financial situation gets worse as we stay in the lower leagues, the narrative will shift again. Soon it’ll be how KP saved us from administration…..