Fresh from promotion out of the National League South, Bromley secured a 14th-place finish in the National League in 2015-16.
In that very campaign, Leicester City shocked the football world by claiming the Premier League title.
Given how far Andy Woodman’s Bromley have climbed, expect plenty of comparisons this season—just as Leicester, after their own downturn, will draw parallels of a different kind.
The Ravens are relishing life in League One, while Leicester are still dealing with the sting of a slide from the Premier League to the Championship and beyond, compounded by financial issues and points deductions.
Now under Russell Martin, instead of opening their home schedule against Arsenal, Liverpool or even Brighton, it’s Burton Albion making the short trip to the King Power Stadium (15:00 BST)—and Gary Bowyer’s side won’t be cowed by big names.
Bromley’s first home game against Cambridge United (15:00 BST) reunites two of last season’s promoted teams, and the hosts have already signalled their intent with a 1-0 win at Barnsley last weekend.