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Iheanacho opens preseason account, Ndidi returns to action for Leicester City

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Iheanacho opens preseason account, Ndidi returns to action for Leicester City

The Foxes secured their second win in preseason, and two Nigerian stars have been on the coronary heart of it

Tremendous Eagles ahead Kelechi Iheanacho scored his first aim in preseason for Leicester Metropolis, whereas Wilfred Ndidi returned to motion in their 3-1 victory over Derby County.

Leicester Metropolis coach Brendan Rodgers handed Iheanacho his first begin in preseason when the Foxes locked horns with English League One aspect Derby County of their fourth preseason sport.

Additionally, after struggling a setback in his comeback from his three-month layoff, Ndidi returned to motion for the previous Premier League champions.

Leicester Metropolis have been the higher aspect within the first half, however they failed to interrupt the impasse. Iheanacho and Daka regarded sharp in entrance, continuously conserving the Rams’ defenders on their toes with their runs.

Nonetheless, the Foxes’ high quality prevailed within the second half, as Iheanacho struck a well-placed shot along with his left foot into the web, leaving Joe Wildsmith in limbo.

Ndidi regarded stable, however Rodgers hauled him off on the hour mark for Mendy.

Derby County quickly capitalized on the absence of the Nigerian and drew degree within the 62nd minute.

Nonetheless, they have been unable to see out the scoreline. Targets from Patson Daka and Callum Wright ensured that the East Midlanders ran out with a 3-1 victory.

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