Leicester City Return to Form with Thrilling 4-2 Victory over Manchester City
Premier League Champions Show Their Class Against City Rivals
Jamie Vardy Scores Brace as Foxes Climb to 12th in the Standings
Leicester City made a resounding statement on Saturday with a stunning 4-2 victory over reigning Premier League champions Manchester City. The Foxes, who have struggled for consistency this season, produced a dazzling display at the King Power Stadium to secure their first win in four games.
Jamie Vardy led the charge for Leicester, scoring a superb brace to bring his tally for the season to 11. The England international netted the opener in the 23rd minute with a clinical finish before doubling his advantage in the 58th minute with a deft flick.
Manchester City fought back gamely, with Riyad Mahrez reducing the deficit in the 28th minute and Jack Grealish adding another in the 84th minute. However, Leicester refused to be denied, with James Maddison and Harvey Barnes adding goals in the 78th and 90th minutes, respectively.
The victory moved Leicester up to 12th in the Premier League standings with 12 points from 11 games. Manchester City, meanwhile, remain in second place with 20 points from 10 games, two points behind leaders Arsenal.
Comments