Leicester City will host a special 5000/1 Anniversary Matchday Experience at the King Power Stadium on Saturday 30 May. The event, reported by the club's official website www.lcfc.com, celebrates a decade since the Foxes' remarkable 2015/16 Premier League title triumph. The club's current League One campaign, where they sit 21st with two points from three games, provides a stark contrast to the occasion's celebratory mood.
What is the 5000/1 Anniversary Match?
The fixture is a celebratory match kicking off at 2pm on 30 May. Claudio Ranieri will return to manage a Leicester City side captained by Wes Morgan against an All Star XI. Net proceeds from the event will support charitable causes through the Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha Foundation and Leicester City in the Community. Tickets remain on sale for supporters wanting to attend this unique occasion.
What pre-match entertainment is planned?
The Fan Zone on the brickweave outside the Foxes Fanstore opens at 11am. Live entertainment begins with presenters, followed by a DJ set from the Leicester-based duo EVPRO and MORGS starting at 11:30am. From around 11:45am, returning title-winning players will arrive via a special blue carpet experience. "Welcoming back our title-winning legends as they arrive and make their way into the stadium will be a special moment," said captain Wes Morgan. Two club legends are scheduled to speak on stage at approximately 12:50pm.
What activities are available for families?
Junior fans have a dedicated Family Zone with a wide array of activities. These include a Football Inflatable, Teqball Table, Table Football, a Mini Football Arena, Sub Soccer, a Fast Feet Skills Area, and Face Painting. Commemorative clappers from the 2015/16 season will be available in the brickweave area, at hospitality entrances, and inside the Foxes Fanstore. The 1884 Sports Bar opens to general admission supporters from midday.
What happens on the pitch and after the game?
Players begin their warm-ups on the pitch at 1:15pm. For this match only, alcohol can be consumed in seats before and during the game. After full-time, the squad will complete a lap of appreciation for the fans. Hospitality and fan areas will remain open into the evening, with the UEFA Champions League Final being shown from 5pm. Supporters are advised to arrive early to enjoy the full range of pre-match entertainment.
How does this event fit with the current season?
While the club celebrates past glories, the current focus is on improving a difficult start to the League One season. Leicester have scored just two goals and conceded three, leaving them five points behind early leaders Blackpool. The next opportunity to turn the form around comes quickly, with a home game against Oxford United scheduled for 5 September. Fans can track the team's progress on the standings and fixtures pages. Registration for hospitality packages for the anniversary match is available via a dedicated link on the club site.
