Martin addresses Leicester's first League One defeat against Burton
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Leicester City manager Russell Martin took responsibility for the team's 2-1 loss to Burton Albion on August 24, marking their first defeat in League One this season. The Foxes fell behind early, with Oliver Skipp receiving a red card in the first half. The game led to boos from the home crowd at King Power Stadium. Martin emphasized the need for honest discussions about mental preparation and indicated that changes would be made ahead of their upcoming Carabao Cup tie against Ipswich Town.
- •Leicester lost 2-1 to Burton Albion in their first League One home match.
- •Oliver Skipp received a red card in the 29th minute.
- •Leicester is currently in 18th place in League One.
- •Martin plans for changes in the upcoming fixtures.
- •The Foxes next face Ipswich Town in the Carabao Cup.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Martin takes responsibility for Foxes' Burton loss
"Russell Martin admits he needs to address how he mentally prepares his Leicester City side after the one-time Premier League champions slumped to their first League One defeat of the season.
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