Leicester City's difficult start to the League One campaign has been put under the spotlight by FourFourTwo. The magazine's analysis comes as the Foxes find themselves 18th in the table, having taken only five points from their opening five fixtures.
According to the report published this week, a combination of factors is contributing to the team's struggles. The side has managed just one victory so far, with a record of one win, two draws, and two losses. Their recent form reads LWDLD, highlighting a lack of consistency. Defensively, they have been vulnerable, conceding seven goals while scoring only four for a negative three goal difference.
What has gone wrong on the pitch?
Leicester City have failed to find a rhythm in the early stages of the season. The team's inability to convert chances and keep clean sheets has been a clear problem. This has left them seven points adrift of early leaders Sheffield Wednesday, a significant gap to close even at this early stage. You can see the full picture of the division on our standings page.
Where does the team go from here?
The immediate focus shifts to the next match, a tough away trip to face Stockport County on September 12th. Stockport currently sit third, making this a challenging prospect for a side seeking to build momentum. Manager and players will need to find solutions quickly to alter the course of their season. Preparation for this and future games can be tracked via our fixtures schedule.
How can the squad improve?
Individual performances will need to rise across the board. The article suggests a need for greater cohesion and resilience within the squad to turn narrow defeats into draws and draws into wins. Examining the contributions of each player on our stats page may reveal areas for improvement. The current situation demands a collective response to stop the slide.
Leicester City travel to Edgeley Park to take on Stockport County this Saturday, September 12th, 2026.
