- Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku’s Leicester City have been dealt a devastating blow
- The 2025/26 English Championship confirmed the sudden passing of one of the club’s long-serving staff members
- The Ghanaian duo played key roles in the Foxes’ 2-1 victory over Sheffield Wednesday in the league just before the sad news
Leicester City has been dealt a heavy blow with the passing of Bradley Varnam, the club’s long-serving stadium PA announcer.
The news came on August 11, 2025, when the club confirmed that Bradley had died at the age of 56 after a short illness.
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Leicester City’s stadium announcer passes after short illness
In a heartfelt statement on their official website, Leicester shared:
“We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our long-serving Stadium PA Announcer, Bradley Varnam, who has died at the age of 56 following a short illness.”
For more than 25 years, Bradley’s voice became a defining part of the matchday atmosphere.
Who is Bradley Varnam?
He began his role in 1997 at Leicester’s former home ground, Filbert Street, before continuing at the King Power Stadium from 2002.
Through moments of triumph and heartbreak, his tone carried the emotions of the entire Leicester community.
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He was there when the club lifted the Premier League trophy in 2016 and during the difficult seasons that tested the team’s resilience.
The club described him as “a familiar and much-loved voice to Foxes fans for over 25 years”, adding that his presence will be missed by players, staff and supporters alike.
Bradley leaves behind his wife, Sarah, his children, Zach and Megan, and many friends who will cherish his memory.
Leicester’s tribute closed with the words, “Rest in peace, Brad – and thank you for everything.”
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Jordan Ayew, Fatawu Issahaku star in Leicester’s opening win
While the mood around the club remains sombre, Leicester began their push for Premier League promotion with a comeback victory over Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship opener.
After falling behind to a first-half goal, the Foxes roared back with second-half strikes from Jannik Vestergaard and Wout Faes to secure a 2–1 win, BBC reports.
Jordan Ayew played the entire match, earning an impressive 8.3 rating from Flashscore for his hard work and link-up play.
Abdul Fatawu Issahaku also caught the eye, completing six dribbles, winning 11 ground duels, delivering 15 accurate passes, and making two clearances before being substituted in the 78th minute.
Mourinho mourns over death of former FC Porto captain
In an earlier sombre report, YEN.com.gh shared that José Mourinho was deeply shaken by the death of former Portuguese footballer-turned-manager Jorge Costa.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference before Fenerbahçe’s UEFA Champions League encounter with Feyenoord, the seasoned coach found it difficult to contain his emotions.
A circulating video on social media captured the poignant moment as the Special One fought to hold back his tears.
Source: YEN.com.gh
