Leicester City boss Marti Cifuentes has praised the club’s travelling supporters following their impressive 3-1 win over Swansea City on Saturday afternoon — calling them a “big reason” behind the team’s strong performance in South Wales.
The Foxes extended their unbeaten run to seven games in all competitions, with Abdul Fatawu and Jannik Vestergaard finding the net after Jordan James opened the scoring in what was a dominant away display. Yet, despite the standout individual performances, it was the fans who received Cifuentes’ loudest praise.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter) after the match, the Spaniard shared his delight at both the victory and the support from the stands.
“An important win today! Proud of the togetherness from this group. A huge improvement from Tuesday & a top work ethic all round.
A good feeling as we head into the break, we’ll use this momentum to keep building in training. The away support was incredible today, thank you! 🦊”
It was another step in the right direction for Cifuentes’ side, who showed a level of composure and intensity that was lacking in their midweek outing. The manager’s words underlined how much he values the unity between the squad and the supporters — something he has been working to strengthen since taking charge.
While the likes of James and Fatawu grabbed headlines for their dazzling contributions, Cifuentes made it clear that the atmosphere created by the travelling fans played just as crucial a role in securing the result.
The Spaniard has consistently spoken about building a strong connection with the Leicester faithful, believing that the fans’ belief and energy can make a tangible difference, especially away from home. Saturday’s result was another testament to that philosophy, as the Foxes played with confidence and flair from start to finish.
For many Leicester fans, Cifuentes’ public acknowledgment of their backing will only strengthen the growing bond between the stands and the touchline. His passion and gratitude have quickly made him a popular figure among supporters, who have begun to see the steady progress he promised when he arrived at the King Power Stadium.
The result against Swansea means Leicester head into the international break sitting comfortably near the top of the table and brimming with confidence. But more importantly, Cifuentes’ message reminded everyone that it’s not just the players or the tactics that matter — it’s the collective spirit driving the club forward.
With the fans firmly behind them and momentum on their side, Leicester City are beginning to look like a side capable of mounting a serious push this season — one built not just on talent, but on togetherness and belief.