Super Eagles in-form striker Kelechi Iheanacho scored two goals but it was not enough as Leicester lost 3-2 away to West Ham United, Completesports.com reports.
Iheanacho now has eight goals in the Premier League this season and has taken his tally to 14 in 30 appearances in all competitions.
Also in action for Leicester was Iheanacho’s compatriot Wilfred Ndidi.
A brace from Jesse Lingard (29th, 44th minutes) and a solitary strike from Jarrod Bowen (48th minute) saw West Ham race to a 3-0 lead.
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With 20 minutes left Iheanacho pulled a goal back for Leicester as he turned and scored from distance.
And in the 91st minute Iheanacho grabbed his second to make it 3-2 but West Ham held on for the points.
West Ham move up to fourth place on 55 points usurping Chelsea while Leicester are third on 56 points in the league table.
By James Agberebi
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COMMENTS
LCFC is flirting with another drop to the Europa league after spending much of the season in the top 4…Lol
Rodger always lack the require desire to go all the way during the tale end of the season when it’s usually matter most, I pray and hope the season don’t end like last for them again.
Why must leicester always loss in the final 10fixtures
Man united abeg come carry ndidi for me
This Is what happened last season. They lost out in the final day of the season. Looks like they want to repeat the same thing this season. Its not really their fault though. Injuries have really affected the teams performance. I just hope they can hold on till the end of the season.
Good form kelechi. Go for April player of the month AWARD.
True it’s going down the wire btw kelechi and Lingard again, the two are on fire.