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Russell Martin sends Leicester City players blunt warning after Peterborough defeat

Russell Martin was disappointed with the goals Leicester City conceded against Peterborough United

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 8:54 AM
Russell Martin sends Leicester City players blunt warning after Peterborough defeat
Key Things to Know
  • Russell Martin warned Leicester City players they will not play if they fail to do their jobs.
  • Leicester suffered a 3-0 first-half collapse against Peterborough after multiple defensive errors.
  • The defeat leaves Leicester City 17th in League One, just one point above the relegation zone.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Leicester City manager Russell Martin issued a blunt warning to his squad, declaring that players will be dropped if they fail to do their jobs. Martin's comments followed a 3-0 first-half collapse against Peterborough, which left Leicester sitting 17th in League One and just one point above the relegation zone after eight games.

Martin criticized his team's defending in both boxes and called the goals conceded unacceptable. Defensive lapses from Bade Aluko and Luke Thomas allowed Peterborough's Owura Edwards and Harry Leonard to score early, followed by a Warren O'Hora own goal, prompting Martin to demand greater pride and focus.

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