Leicester City's 10-year anniversary party may be in jeopardy as the Foxes teeter on the brink of disaster. The club that was once considered the ultimate fairytale story in English football, thanks to the incredible 2015-16 season under Claudio Ranieri, is now staring into the abyss.
A decade ago today, Leicester City achieved an impossible dream by winning the Premier League title. Jamie Vardy's record-breaking goal-scoring run, Riyad Mahrez's prolific form and N'Golo Kanté's tireless work rate all contributed to the Foxes' miraculous rise to the top of English football.
However, that season was a one-off. The following year saw Ranieri sacked just hours after the final whistle, and the team never quite recaptured their magic. The club has struggled ever since, with owners Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha's death in a helicopter crash marking a turning point for the Foxes.
Today, Leicester City finds itself facing relegation to the Championship. A dismal run of form, including consecutive defeats to Southampton and Sheffield United, has left fans feeling despondent. The team's manager, Martí Cifuentes, is under pressure after failing to inspire his side to victory in their last two matches.
The Foxes' struggles have been mirrored by other top-flight teams, including Manchester United and Liverpool, who are both struggling with inconsistencies and poor performances. Even the usually-reliable José Mourinho has not been immune to the pitfalls of poor form.
As Leicester City's 10-year anniversary party looms, it's hard to imagine that such a celebration will take place this year. Instead, the Foxes may be forced to mark the occasion in humble circumstances – possibly even in League One.
A decade ago today, Leicester City achieved an impossible dream by winning the Premier League title. Jamie Vardy's record-breaking goal-scoring run, Riyad Mahrez's prolific form and N'Golo Kanté's tireless work rate all contributed to the Foxes' miraculous rise to the top of English football.
However, that season was a one-off. The following year saw Ranieri sacked just hours after the final whistle, and the team never quite recaptured their magic. The club has struggled ever since, with owners Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha's death in a helicopter crash marking a turning point for the Foxes.
Today, Leicester City finds itself facing relegation to the Championship. A dismal run of form, including consecutive defeats to Southampton and Sheffield United, has left fans feeling despondent. The team's manager, Martí Cifuentes, is under pressure after failing to inspire his side to victory in their last two matches.
The Foxes' struggles have been mirrored by other top-flight teams, including Manchester United and Liverpool, who are both struggling with inconsistencies and poor performances. Even the usually-reliable José Mourinho has not been immune to the pitfalls of poor form.
As Leicester City's 10-year anniversary party looms, it's hard to imagine that such a celebration will take place this year. Instead, the Foxes may be forced to mark the occasion in humble circumstances – possibly even in League One.