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Silences ended and boos ring out – Leicester and Martin’s Savage day

Silences were ended and boos were heard on another tough day for Leicester City as they were beaten by Robbie Savage's Peterborough United.

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 12:41 PM
Silences ended and boos ring out – Leicester and Martin’s Savage day
Key Things to Know
  • Leicester City fans booed and called for manager Russell Martin's dismissal following a 3-1 defeat to Peterborough United.
  • Peterborough led 3-0 by halftime through Owura Edwards, Harry Leonard, and an own goal before Emil Riis scored.
  • Chief football officer Jon Rudkin and sporting director James McCarron conducted rare interviews defending ownership and Martin pre-match.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Leicester City suffered a 3-1 home defeat to Robbie Savage's Peterborough United, prompting supporters to boo and chant for head coach Russell Martin's dismissal. Owura Edwards, Harry Leonard, and a Warren O'Hora own goal established a three-goal halftime lead for Peterborough before Emil Riis scored a consolation for the Foxes. Following the match, Martin stated that sacking him would provide "no quick fix" amid mounting fan frustration.

The defeat followed pre-match interviews where chief football officer Jon Rudkin defended the club's ownership and sporting director James McCarron backed Martin. Midfielder John Lundstram acknowledged that Leicester's players are battling anxiety at King Power Stadium following consecutive relegations, while pundit Matt Piper questioned whether the squad respects Martin's tactical instructions.

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