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Leicester: From Premier Cinderella to Third‑Division Fall

Leicester City, the 2016 Premier League champions, now faces a double relegation and a 6‑point penalty for breaching financial fair play, threatening a drop into Spain's Third Division.

Ten years ago Leicester City captured the Premier League title under manager Claudio Ranieri, with stars such as Riyad Mahrez, N’Golo Kanté, Ben Chilwell and Jamie Vardy. The triumph earned them the nickname "Cinderella" and endeared them to fans worldwide.

Today the club is preparing for a season in Spain’s Third Division after consecutive double relegations. Chronic debt and a deficit triggered a 6‑point sanction for breaching the Premier League’s financial fair play, leaving them five points short of Championship survival. mchezo.co.za