Claudio Ranieri's elated mother has revealed how she broke down in tears on hearing Leicester City had been crowned Premier League champions.
Renata Ranieri, the Leicester manager's 96-year-old mother, enjoyed a two-hour lunch with her son on Monday as he tried to relax ahead of Tottenham's decisive game against Chelsea.
When the 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge handed Leicester their title, Renata said: 'I started crying after the game. Only later did he manage to call me and the rest of the family.'
Renata and Claudio dined on steak and chicory followed by a dessert of strawberries with lemon and sugar as 'he has to stay in shape'.
She added: 'Claudio calls me every night but this was extra special and he was so happy as were the rest of us. We can relax now and enjoy the moment.'