Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

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Can Leicester genuinely win the league?

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by Sanguine » 12 Apr 2016 11:34

One fan who contacted BBC Sport said he had missed out on a ticket, despite having a membership package and having been to all but three home games this season.

"This season is something we never expected and will probably never happen again in our lifetimes," said the supporter, who wished to remain anonymous.

"Now I won't be there to potentially celebrate us winning the Premier League.


So he doesn't have a season ticket then.

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by John Smith » 12 Apr 2016 12:21

Ok then, so Gameweek 34; West Ham are a very good side and I think they could cause problems for the Foxes. Stoke are dogshit and Spurs will beat them. Possibly leaving 4 to go with a 4 point cushion.

Will it be enough? Does the wobble start next Monday night?

Thinking back a couple of years ago it seemed a lot closer when Liverpool were on the march so I just wonder if complacency might kick in or if 7 points is enough. Spurs appear to be fighting all the way. God knows what's going through the Leicester minds.

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by Silver Fox » 12 Apr 2016 12:38

Sanguine One fan who contacted BBC Sport said he had missed out on a ticket, despite having a membership package and having been to all but three home games this season.

"This season is something we never expected and will probably never happen again in our lifetimes," said the supporter, who wished to remain anonymous.

"Now I won't be there to potentially celebrate us winning the Premier League.


So he doesn't have a season ticket then.


I'm sure he'd have mentioned it if he did

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by stealthpapes » 12 Apr 2016 13:14

5 games left, 7 point cushion, 3 more wins.

They'll win it at Old Trafford.

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by stealthpapes » 12 Apr 2016 13:16

John Smith Ok then, so Gameweek 34; West Ham are a very good side and I think they could cause problems for the Foxes. Stoke are dogshit and Spurs will beat them. Possibly leaving 4 to go with a 4 point cushion.

Will it be enough? Does the wobble start next Monday night?

Thinking back a couple of years ago it seemed a lot closer when Liverpool were on the march so I just wonder if complacency might kick in or if 7 points is enough. Spurs appear to be fighting all the way. God knows what's going through the Leicester minds.


I trust Spurs to spaff it more than Leicester. I also think Leicester will win their home games, which should be enough anyway.

Even a draw isn't really enough for Spurs now.
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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by genome » 12 Apr 2016 13:29

Anyone else think Spurs are at a disadvantage always having to play after Leicester? They handled it well on Sunday to be fair, but I believe it's that way until the last day of the season now. I just feel Leicester never have to go out and perform knowing Spurs have already done their job.

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by John Smith » 12 Apr 2016 13:57

genome Anyone else think Spurs are at a disadvantage always having to play after Leicester? They handled it well on Sunday to be fair, but I believe it's that way until the last day of the season now. I just feel Leicester never have to go out and perform knowing Spurs have already done their job.

I think West Ham will take points on Sunday. Are you saying you're confident Leicester will win then?

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by Silver Fox » 12 Apr 2016 14:01

genome Anyone else think Spurs are at a disadvantage always having to play after Leicester?


Nit really because if Leicester keep winning then it doesn't matter when Tottenham play but if they happen to drop points it will be a boost for Spurs


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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by genome » 12 Apr 2016 14:06

Depends how you look at it I guess. Seems fairer all round to play at the same time and not know what the other's result is. But I understand TV dict8s otherwise

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by Forbury Lion » 12 Apr 2016 14:13

At what point does Leicester become LOLeicester and join the likes of ManchesteROLFL, CheLOLsea and ArsenLOL on this board?

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by Royal Rother » 12 Apr 2016 15:05

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Cheating stewards.

Take 7 points off them.

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by From Despair To Where? » 12 Apr 2016 15:40

Surely the QPR precedent dictates that bugger all can be done until they get relegated back to the Football League.


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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by Silver Fox » 12 Apr 2016 15:41

And nothing will be done then either

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by Handsome Man » 14 Apr 2016 09:43

Forbury Lion At what point does Leicester become LOLeicester and join the likes of ManchesteROLFL, CheLOLsea and ArsenLOL on this board?


When we get middle-aged glory boys coming on here and claiming they were always Leicester fans, even before they were successful.

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by No Fixed Abode » 14 Apr 2016 09:59

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Forbury Lion At what point does Leicester become LOLeicester and join the likes of ManchesteROLFL, CheLOLsea and ArsenLOL on this board?


When we get middle-aged glory boys coming on here and claiming they were always Leicester fans, even before they were successful.


Agreed. I'm sure we'll see a few kids in Leicester shirts soon and then claim in later years they were born and bred Foxes fans - just like all those Liverpool 'fans' I went to school with. Of course they never supported Liverpool because they were the most successful team of that period.

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by Forbury Lion » 14 Apr 2016 10:35

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Forbury Lion At what point does Leicester become LOLeicester and join the likes of ManchesteROLFL, CheLOLsea and ArsenLOL on this board?


When we get middle-aged glory boys coming on here and claiming they were always Leicester fans, even before they were successful.


Agreed. I'm sure we'll see a few kids in Leicester shirts soon and then claim in later years they were born and bred Foxes fans - just like all those Liverpool 'fans' I went to school with. Of course they never supported Liverpool because they were the most successful team of that period.
Plenty of Leicester shirts being sold in Thailand.

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by John Smith » 15 Apr 2016 10:06

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genome Anyone else think Spurs are at a disadvantage always having to play after Leicester? They handled it well on Sunday to be fair, but I believe it's that way until the last day of the season now. I just feel Leicester never have to go out and perform knowing Spurs have already done their job.

I think West Ham will take points on Sunday. Are you saying you're confident Leicester will win then?

Hi genome, just chasing this one up. Can I get some feedback please?
Cheers, JS

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by genome » 15 Apr 2016 10:42

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genome Anyone else think Spurs are at a disadvantage always having to play after Leicester? They handled it well on Sunday to be fair, but I believe it's that way until the last day of the season now. I just feel Leicester never have to go out and perform knowing Spurs have already done their job.

I think West Ham will take points on Sunday. Are you saying you're confident Leicester will win then?

Hi genome, just chasing this one up. Can I get some feedback please?
Cheers, JS


I certainly think Leicester are capable of winning it, John

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Re: Are Leicester genuine title contenders?

by stealthpapes » 16 Apr 2016 10:30

Twenty-five, according to William Hill, ranging from a woman in Edinburgh who put on five pence and might get £250 for her troubles to the two largest stakes, £20, placed in Warwick and Manchester.

The gamblers include a Brighton supporter, Nathaniel Whessell, who placed his 60p bet “for a laugh” and plans to spend the summer in Ibiza if he rakes in £3,000 winnings. In total the 25 bets amounted to £68.55.


Drinks on Nathaniel.

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