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‘No one cares’ – Emile Heskey sends Russell Martin Leicester City warning over style of play

Emile Heskey has told Russell Martin that he must win games at Leicester City

By Josh Holland · Leicester Mercury

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 7:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Emile Heskey warned manager Russell Martin that winning games is more important than his style of play.
Leicester City have won only two of their first seven League One matches.
The Foxes sit 13th in the League One table following their slow start to the season.

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Former Leicester City striker Emile Heskey has warned manager Russell Martin that winning matches is far more important than his tactical style of play. Leicester have experienced a slow start to their campaign, recording just two victories from their opening seven League One games to sit 13th in the standings.

Speaking to Betatrades, Heskey stated that supporters would not care about the team's approach, even if it meant playing direct long-ball football, as long as the club secures positive results and begins climbing the league table.

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