2015–16 Premier League 5,000–1 odds on them winning the title. After the dismissal of manager Nigel Pearson, they began the new season with Italian Claudio Ranieri in charge. Pearson had been known for his short temper with the press, while Ranieri has a reputation for good humour. The appointment was met with scepticism by pundits, including Leicester fan and former player Gary Lineker, as Ranieri had recently been sacked from his previous post as manager of the Greek national team after suffering a humiliating defeat to the Faroe Islands in his last game in charge. Despite winning their opening game against Sunderland and
2016–17 Leicester City F.C. season after winning the Premier League title in the 2015–16 season. Supplier: Puma / Sponsor: King Power On 15 June 2016, the fixtures for the forthcoming season were announced. Leicester City qualified for the group stage of the 2016–17 UEFA Champions League by winning the 2015–16 Premier League. It was their first participation in this competition. As champions of England, the club was in Pot 1 for the group stage draw. "As of 21 May 2017." "As of 21 May 2017." 2016–17 Leicester City F.C. season The 2016–17 Leicester City season was the club's 112th season in the English football league