Brendan Rodgers explains Leicester City change as Gary Lineker delivers verdict
Latest Leicester City news from LeicestershireLive in the aftermath of the 2-2 draw with Brentford at the King Power Stadium on the opening weekend of the Premier League season Here’s the latest Leicester City news on Monday, August 8, 2022. Player ratings as Ward impresses Leicester City threw away a two-goal advantage in their Premier League opener to give up a chance to turn the mood at the King Power Stadium.
Wesley Fofana sends fresh Chelsea transfer statement after Brendan Rodgers Leicester call
Wesley Fofana increased speculation over a summer move to Chelsea Wesley Fofana reportedly stormed down the tunnel after Leicester dropped two points at home to Brentford, surrendering a 2-0 lead on the opening game of their Premier League season. Despite being the centre of much transfer chat over the past week with Chelsea chasing the 21-year-old defender, Brendan Rodgers started him on Sunday afternoon.
Newcastle evening headlines as Brendan Rodgers claims James Maddison is '100% committed' to Leicester City
A round-up of the latest Newcastle United headlines Here are your Newcastle United evening headlines for Sunday, August 7. Brendan Rodgers dropped '100% committed' James Maddison claim Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers believes James Maddison is "100%" committed to the Foxes. The 25-year-old played all 90 minutes of Leicester's Premier League opener which saw them draw 2-2 with Brentford at the King Power Stadium.
Sack race odds: Frank Lampard, Ralph Hasenhuttl and Brendan Rodgers
Everton boss Lampard led the market at 4/1 before a ball was kicked, shortening slightly to 3/1 following a 1-0 home defeat by former club Chelsea. Southampton's 4-1 thrashing by Tottenham has seen Hasenhuttl's 6/1 price to be the first manager to go come in as short as 7/2 with some firms.
How Ndidi fared as Leicester City hold Onyeka-less Brentford: One interception, 88% passing accuracy
Shina Oludare - @sportingshina| The Super Eagles returned to action after a long injury lay-off as the Foxes secured a draw against the Bees Wilfred Ndidi made his much-awaited Leicester City return as the Foxes played out a 2-2 draw against Brentford in Sunday’s Premier League outing.
Leicester boss Rodgers 'frustrated' after Brentford draw
Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers was left frustrated after their 2-2 draw with Brenford. The Bees fought back from 2-0 down to earn the point. Rodgers said: "Little frustrating we didn't take the three points. "I thought we were outstanding for 60 minutes of the game.
Leicester 2-2 Brentford: Josh Dasilva late equaliser rescues point for Bees at King Power Stadium
A fine late equaliser from Josh Dasilva saw Brentford hold Leicester to a 2-2 draw at King Power Stadium. Brendan Rodgers' side had the greater share of possession and created the greater goalscoring opportunities, but the Bees snatched their point late on through substitute Dasilva's 86th minute strike.
Brendan Rodgers decisions questioned as Leicester City thwarted by Brentford fightback
Leicester City were minutes away from securing all three points from their opening Premier League match but for a second-half fightback from Brentford at the King Power Stadium Leicester City supporters were left frustrated after seeing Brendan Rodgers' side throw away a two-goal lead and ending up drawing with Brentford at the King Power Stadium in their Premier League opener.
Leicester 2-2 Brentford: Thomas Frank's side fight back from two goals down to earn point
Match report and highlights as Brentford fight back from two goals down to secure a 2-2 draw at Leicester; goals from Timothy Castagne and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall gave the Foxes a 2-0 lead; strikes from Ivan Toney and substitute Josh Dasilva ensured the Bees came away with a point Brentford boss Thomas Frank hailed his side's determination and mentality after the Bees fought back from two goals down to snatch a deserved 2-2 draw at Leicester.
Leicester boss Rodgers: Maddison and Fofana very important for us
Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers has no doubts about keeping James Maddison and Wesley Fofana. Rodgers included Maddison in his starting line-up to face Brentford at the King Power Stadium on Sunday. Speaking ahead of Leicester's contest against the Bees, Rodgers was asked whether Maddison was fully focused on the job at hand, saying: “Yes 100%.
Leicester City 2-2 Brentford live reaction: Rodgers' thoughts as hosts give up two-goal lead
Live build-up, action, analysis, and reaction from the King Power Stadium as Brendan Rodgers' fourth full season as Leicester City manager begins at home to Brentford It's finally here. After weeks of preparation on the pitch, and after weeks of very little activity in the transfer window, Leicester City's new season begins.
Brendan Rodgers reveals Leicester have started talks with Jamie Vardy over a new deal to keep him at the club beyond this season... as the Foxes boss insists the 35-year-old is 'still sharp' and remains a 'master of finishing'
Jamie Vardy's contract at the King Power Stadium is set to expire in June 2023 The 35-year-old had his fair share of fitness setbacks at Leicester last season However, Brendan Rodgers still thinks that Vardy has plenty to offer the team He has revealed that Leicester want to extend his contract beyond this season
Brendan Rodgers reveals Leicester have started talks with Jamie Vardy over a new deal to keep him at the club beyond this season... as he insists the 35-year-old is 'still sharp' and remains a 'master of finishing'
Jamie Vardy's contract at the King Power Stadium is set to expire in June 2023 The 35-year-old had his fair share of fitness setbacks at Leicester last season However, Brendan Rodgers still thinks that Vardy has plenty to offer the team He has revealed that Leicester want to extend his contract beyond this season
Thomas Tuchel makes Chelsea transfer window admission amid Wesley Fofana bids
The Chelsea boss has belatedly been backed by the club's new owners this summer and continues to be as their pursuit of Leicester City centre-back Wesley Fofana shows Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel has made clear his happiness at the club's transfer business so far this summer amid apparent interest in signing Leicester City centre-back Wesley Fofana.
Thomas Tuchel hints at Chelsea making one more defensive signing amid Wesley Fofana interest
Thomas Tuchel has hinted at making a defensive signing before the end of the summer amid Chelsea’s interest in Wesley Fofana. The 21-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge from Leicester City, with Kalidou Koulibaly already arriving this summer. Chelsea have already seen two bids turned down for the Frenchman, who could still join the Blues by the end of the summer.
Brendan Rodgers sees Jonny Evans as a natural choice to lead Leicester
Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers has described Jonny Evans as the “natural successor” to departed captain Kasper Schmeichel. Schmeichel ended his 11-year stay with the Foxes earlier this week by joining Ligue 1 side Nice and Rodgers has appointed Northern Ireland defender Evans as his new skipper. Evans will wear the armband when the Foxes launch their Premier League campaign at home against Brentford on Sunday.
Brendan Rodgers makes key Leicester City decision before Brentford as injury blows revealed
Latest Leicester City news from LeicestershireLive as the countdown to Premier League football returning to the King Power Stadium against Brentford this weekend continues Here’s the latest Leicester City news on Saturday, August 6, 2022. New captain named Jonny Evans has been named Leicester City’s new captain with manager Brendan Rodgers branding the Northern Irish defender the natural successor to Kasper Schmeichel.