Earliest known footage of Leicester Fosse
Filmed at Roker Park in January 1907, this is the first-ever recorded footage of Leicester Fosse, documenting their match against Sunderland. The history behind this film is as extraordinary as…
The Admiral Story: From Wigston Underwear to the England Frontline
Long before the billion-pound kit deals of today, a small textile company in Wigston, Leicestershire, fundamentally changed the way we consume sport. The story of Admiral Sportswear is not just…
Texaco Coins – Famous Footballers 1969
In 1969, a promotional battle between fuel companies led to one of the most cherished sports collections in British history. The Texaco “Famous Footballers” coin set featured 20 bronze-finished tokens,…
When the King Met the City at Stamford Bridge
In the long and storied history of Leicestershire football, few dates carry the prestige of 21 February 1920. It was a day that saw the newly renamed Leicester City—still finding…
Three Missed Penalties and Disallowed Goals Sink Brave Nomads in Cropston Road Thriller
Three missed penalties, one taken twice, two disallowed goals and Anstey Nomads beaten. That was the story of the thrill-packed FA Amateur Cup second round match at Cropston Road, Anstey…