CLUB
Leicester City
England
Overview
Leicester City is an English football club founded in 1884, originally as Leicester Fosse, and renamed Leicester City in 1919.
Key facts
- Country
- England
- City
- Leicester
- Founded
- 1884
History
The club’s official history traces its formation to 1884 and its Leicester Fosse identity until 1919. Leicester’s modern history includes its move from Filbert Street to the stadium at Filbert Way in 2002 and the extraordinary 2015/16 Premier League championship. Footballopedia connects Leicester City to the Premier League, EFL Championship, FA Cup, King Power Stadium and the players and managers behind its major modern achievements.
Sources
Leicester City historyPublisher: Leicester City · Accessed: 2026-10-08
The ClubPublisher: Leicester City · Accessed: 2026-10-08
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