In 2003, Paul Mace initiated the idea of featuring poppies on football shirts for remembrance, which paved the way for universal acceptance in the Premier League.
'I don’t think I ever heard a single complaint, and universal praise is very rare in football,' said Mace, expressing his pride in the initiative and its reception.
The first match featuring poppies was seen as a watershed moment, leading to positive press coverage and substantial funds raised for the Royal British Legion.
Reflecting on his time at Leicester, Mace stated, 'If I look back on 13 years at Leicester, this was probably the best decision I ever made.'
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