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Sky Sports pundit leaps to Russell Martin defence amid Leicester City ‘toxic’ claim

Leicester City have started the new season slow under Russell Martin

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 10:49 AM
Sky Sports pundit leaps to Russell Martin defence amid Leicester City ‘toxic’ claim
Key Things to Know
  • Sky Sports pundit Don Goodman defended Russell Martin, blaming a toxic stadium atmosphere for Leicester City's struggles.
  • Leicester City sit 14th in League One with two wins from their opening seven games.
  • Goodman highlighted that both of Leicester's league losses occurred at home, including a 4-0 defeat to Oxford United.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sky Sports pundit Don Goodman has defended Leicester City manager Russell Martin, claiming a toxic atmosphere at the King Power Stadium has significantly affected the team's slow start to the season. Goodman highlighted that Leicester's two defeats have both occurred at home, including a 4-0 loss to Oxford United, which led to boos from frustrated supporters.

Leicester City sit 14th in the League One table after winning two of their opening seven games. Goodman pointed out that Martin arrived well after the negative environment developed, noting that while the manager needs time to implement his style, winning matches remains essential to changing the mood around the club.

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