Leicester groundsman reintroduces famous pitch pattern for Carabao Cup tie vs Leeds after Premier League ban
- Leicester groundsman John Ledwidge creates pattern on King Power pitch
- He has been renowned for creating elaborate patterns in recent seasons
- The Premier League introduced a ban on the patterns for the 2017-18 campaign
- But no such ban exists for the Carabao Cup, allowing Ledwidge to let loose again
Leicester City groundsman John Ledwidge displayed his grass-cutting talents in all its glory at the King Power Stadium on Tuesday evening, letting loose ahead of their Carabao Cup tie against Leeds United.
Ledwidge grew a reputation for artistic patterns on the Foxes' pitch, but was told to revert back to standard stripes after the Premier League put a stop to any elaborate designs ahead of the 2017-18 campaign.
But it appears the ruling does not extend to cup competitions, allowing Ledwidge to rediscover his ability to recreate something a bit more exciting for the fourth round match.
'One night only': Leicester groundsman John Ledwidge tweets an image of his latest artwork
He tweeted a picture of the Leicester pitch with the caption: 'Patterns are back for one night only.'
Although not nearly as incredible as his recreation of the Leicester club crest, as he did in May 2017, it will rekindle fond memories in the minds of the home fans, who grew used to the pitch designs as they won the Premier League title in 2015.
Leicester take on Championship side Leeds United on Tuesday night looking to earn a place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.
The Leicester groundsman recreated the club crest in the centre circle in May last season
Ledwidge dazzled fans with his criss-cross designs in the last two seasons
The Foxes, who remain under the tutelage of Michael Appleton after the sacking of Craig Shakespeare, are unbeaten in their last three Premier League games and beat Swansea at the weekend.
'My job is to carry on preparing for the games ahead until I am told differently,' Appleton said on Monday. 'Tuesday night is a different competition and a chance to get into the last eight.
'If it is another win, great. Winning is a good habit to get into and gives you momentum.
'If not, all of a sudden the coin will flip and everyone will be looking as quick as they can to bring someone in.'
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