Russell Martin took a moment to acknowledge the Leicester City supporters following the Foxes’ pre-season clash with Bristol, delivering a message that quickly caught the attention of fans.
After the final whistle, Martin thanked the travelling supporters for their backing and stressed how important their support will be throughout the new campaign.
The Leicester head coach admitted there is still plenty of work to do as the squad continues to adapt to his style of play, but he was encouraged by the effort and commitment shown by his players.
Speaking after the match, Martin made it clear that he wants to build a team the supporters can be proud of, promising that his players will continue to work hard every day on the training ground to improve.
“We’ll keep working. The players are giving everything, and we want to give the supporters a team they can enjoy watching,” Martin said.
The Foxes boss also praised the fans for creating a positive atmosphere despite it being only a pre-season fixture.

He believes that togetherness between the squad and the supporters will be vital as Leicester prepare for the challenges of the new season.
Although there are still areas to improve before the Championship campaign gets underway, Martin remains confident that his squad is moving in the right direction.
His comments after the Bristol match have given supporters fresh optimism, with many encouraged by his determination to restore Leicester City to where they believe the club belongs.