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Notts County vs Leicester City match
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The gist
Leicester City face Notts County in League One on Aug 15, 2026. The Foxes' lowest-ever league position is at stake.
Background
Leicester City, Premier League champions in 2016, have suffered consecutive relegations and now start the 2026/27 season in League One, the third tier. Notts County return to League One after an 11-year absence, having won promotion via the play-offs. The match is the opening weekend fixture at Meadow Lane.
How it unfolded
- Aug 10, 2026BBC Sport previews the League One match with stats and head-to-head.
- Aug 11, 2026Sky Sports reports Leicester's all-time low position risk and revival hopes under Russell Martin.
- Aug 13, 2026WhoScored publishes key stats and match facts, noting Leicester's unbeaten run in League One.
- Aug 14, 2026Multiple outlets (Goal, Telegraph, talkSPORT, Radio Times) provide previews, predictions, and viewing info.
- Aug 15, 2026Match kicks off at 12:30 UK time at Meadow Lane, broadcast on Sky Sports.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Leicester are strong favourites due to their squad depth and Championship-level players.
- Caution
- Notts County's recent form is poor, having failed to win 12 of their last 13 League One matches.
Still unverified
Leicester City's ownership sale talks are reported but not confirmed.