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Sarri calls for resignations as Lazio coach threatens to boycott Roma game

Lazio boss Maurizio Sarri has launched a scathing attack on Serie A organisers, threatening to boycott the upcoming Derby della Capitale against Roma due to a controversial lunchtime kick-off. The veteran coach has called for immediate resignations within the league's hierarchy, labelling the scheduling an insult to both Rome-based clubs and their respective fanbases.

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Conte stays quiet on Italy links despite Napoli chief's comments

Antonio Conte has refused to engage in a public war of words with Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis as speculation regarding his future at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona continues to intensify. Following a disappointing 2-0 home defeat to Lazio, the veteran tactician insisted that any discussions regarding his tenure will remain behind closed doors despite growing links to the Italy national team job.

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Leao hits back with Bible after angry reaction and Pulisic row

In the turbulent aftermath of AC Milan’s bitter defeat to Lazio at the Stadio Olimpico, Rafael Leao has sparked intense debate by posting a biblical verse on social media. The Portuguese star's cryptic message follows a visible on-pitch argument with his teammate Christian Pulisic, a frustrated reaction to his substitution, and a reported changing room showdown between the attacking duo.

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Pulisic & Leao clash in Milan dressing room

Tempers are boiling over at AC Milan following a chaotic trip to the capital, with Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic at the centre of a brewing storm. While TV cameras caught Leao’s animated outbursts directed at the USMNT star during the match, the friction reportedly followed them down the tunnel. Reports suggest the tension exploded behind closed doors, with Leao continuing his tirade in a "livelier than usual" dressing room showdown as the star duo demanded answers from one another.

Frequently asked questions

Originally founded in 1884 as Leicester Fosse F.C., the club was reformed upon resumption of league football post World War I and was named Leicester City.

The club was bought by Thai businessman Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha in 2010. Following his demise in 2018, his son Aiyawatt has taken over the reins at Leicester City. Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha family was the founder of King Power International Group and bought the club via its subsidiary Asian Football Investments (AFI).

King Power Stadium has been Leicester City's home since 2002, replacing Filbert Street, which served as the club's home venue from 1891 to 2002.

King Power Stadium has a capacity of 32,259 and there have been plans to expand the stadium to a 40,000-seater since 2021.

Leicester City have seven trophies throughout their career, which includes their historic Premier League glory in the 2015-16 campaign, in addition to one FA Cup and three League Cups.

Leicester City have won just one top-flight title, which came in the 2015-16, regarded by many as one of the greatest sporting successes of all-time.

Former English defender Graham Cross has made the most appearances ever for Leicester City. Making his debut for the club at the age of 17 in 1960, the centre-back played 600 games

Arthur Chandler is Leicester City's all-time top goalscorer. Chandler was signed in 1923 when he was already 27 years old, but became one of the most significant signings for the club, scoring 273 goals across 12 seasons.

Ben Chilwell, Harry Maguire, Jamie Vardy, N'Golo Kante, Riyad Mahrez, Les Ferdinand, Esteban Cambiasso, Alan Smith, Gordon Banks, and Peter Shilton are some of the most famous names to have donned the Leicester City shirt.

Leicester City's most famous managers ever are Matt Gillies, Sven-Goran Eriksson, Claudio Ranieri, and Brendan Rodgers.

Leicester City are nicknamed The Foxes, owing to the famous foxhunting tradition in Leicestershire.