Leicester City Football Club (LCFC) has officially confirmed a massive addition to their fairy-tale reunion: Ghanaian international and 2016 Premier League champion Daniel Amartey is lacing up his boots for the upcoming 5000/1 Anniversary Match.
Set for Saturday, 30 May 2026 at the King Power Stadium, this charity football fixture celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the Foxes’ legendary top-flight title win. Amartey’s return adds a layer of genuine nostalgia to an already star-studded Leicester roster.
A Welcome Homecoming for Daniel Amartey Amartey originally arrived at Filbert Way in January 2016 from FC Copenhagen. Even as a mid-season signing, the promising 21-year-old’s versatility and industrious work ethic quickly endeared him to the Blue Army. He became a vital squad member during the historic final stretch of the 2015/16 Premier League campaign.
Spending seven highly successful years at Leicester, Amartey won the Premier League, the 2021 FA Cup, and the Community Shield, making him one of the club’s longest-serving players of the modern era. This 2026 charity match marks the first time fans will see him back on the pitch in a Leicester shirt since his departure in 2023.
Reuniting with Claudio Ranieri and LCFC Legends The versatile defender-midfielder will feature for the Leicester City Legends squad, putting him right back under the tactical guidance of his former boss, Claudio Ranieri.
Amartey will bolster a formidable defensive unit captained by former skipper Wes Morgan, lining up alongside familiar title-winning icons like Robert Huth, Christian Fuchs, and Jeff Schlupp. The Legends squad is set to face off against an All-Star XI packed with famous opponents from that unforgettable era.
Playing for a Greater Cause: Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha Foundation While the match is a dream come true for Leicester purists, it serves a vital community purpose. All net proceeds from ticket sales will directly benefit local causes across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.
Managed by the Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha Foundation, the funds will support Leicester City in the Community initiatives, with a strong focus on local mental health support, education, and promoting physical activity in the region.
Secure Your Leicester City 5000/1 Anniversary Match Tickets With Amartey’s participation confirmed and more blockbuster names to be announced soon, tickets are expected to move fast. Fans can purchase general sale tickets now via LCFC.com. For the Leicester faithful, May 30th is shaping up to be an emotional and unforgettable celebration of football history.