A bone-crunching tale of Victorian football rivalries in Leicestershire.
Fosse v Luffs charts the intense, short-lived footballing rivalry between Leicester Fosse (now Leicester City) and Loughborough Town. More than just a game, each match was a battle for supremacy in Leicestershire. Nigel Freestone brings to life this forgotten era, drawing on extensive research to detail the drama, controversy, and passion of Victorian sport.
Discover the origins of Leicester City FC and the forgotten story of Loughborough Town. This must-read explores:
- The evolution of football rules and culture
- The lives of players, officials, and supporters
- The intense local pride and rivalries of the time