History | Leicester City

Potted History

Formed in 1884, Leicester City Football Club, formerly known as Leicester Fosse until 1919, have experienced magnificent moments during their existence.

Honours

A guide to the trophies won by Leicester City's men's and women's teams.

Managers

A guide to the 49 men's team managers and three women's team managers to oversee LCFC teams.

Players

Tales of yesteryear told by some of the most iconic people in our history who made them happen in a range of feature interviews.

Leicester City crest 1949-1973 & 1979-1983

Crests

A visual and descriptive guide to the transformation of Leicester City's crests.

Kits

A look at some landmark kits which the Foxes have worn throughout their history.

Filbert Street

Filbert Street was the Club's home for 111 years and paid witness to some of the most special occasions in our history.

Filbert Fox

Filbert Fox has been the Club's mascot since 1992 and continues to be an ever-present figure on Filbert Way.

The 21st Century

A photographic journey from the transformational 21st century at Leicester City Football Club.

Records

Key numbers and statistics covering the entire history of Leicester City Football Club and its predecessor, Leicester Fosse.

The First World War

Fascinating and emotive stories behind Leicester Fosse and the First World War.

The Second World War

Discover how the Club adjusted to the challenges of wartime Britain between 1939 and 1945.