Chapter 147: Leicester (2)

In the 24th minute, Drinkwater tried to send a pass to Ayoze. Unfortunately, Simone cut the pass. The captain gave the ball that he stole to Orlando. Orlando sent the ball to Ben Carter, who ran forward. Hugo also ran behind to catch up to Carter, but he was quite far behind.

Carter passed the ball to Bennett. Kante tried to steal the ball from Bennet's feet, but Bennet was able to avoid him easily. He then provided pass to Wright-Phillips.

Phillips received the pass and then sent it to the right side of the Leicester defense. Southampton right-back, Winlsey Hart was already there, he picked up a pass from Phillips and carried the ball further forward. When the ball was about to cross the field line, Winsley Hart turned and provided crossing ball to the middle of the penalty box.

Kazuki was already prepared, the moment Hart sent a pass, he immediately jumped up and volleyed. However the ball turned out to be going too fast, Kazuki's foot didn't hit the ball. As a result, the ball passed through Kazuki and flew off the field. Winsley's passing accuracy was far below Rustan's and Bennet's.

The youth raised his hand apologetically at Kazuki. Although Winsley's age with Kazuki was not too far apart, but Kazuki's status at Southampton was highest, so Winsley put a respects to Japanese player.

In the 31st minute, Drinkwater finally managed to release a key pass to Hugo. However, the problem was Hugo, who received a pass, immediately surrounded by Southampton players. At that moment Okazaki moved closer to Hugo. Hugo gave him a pass, but the ball was soon stolen by Okhalo. Okhalo gavs the ball he stole to Jimmy. The Southampton centre-back passed the ball to Winsley Hart.

This time, Mahrez managed to tackle Winsley. The Algerian player brought the ball into the penalty box and gave a flat pass to the right side. Okazaki tried to receive the ball but failed, Okhalo managed to delay him so that Mahrez's pass just drifted off the field.

In the 37th minute, Simone tackled Ayoze and dribbled the ball forward. Then he sent a pass to Rudolf. Rudolf passed Drinkwater and transfer the ball to Bennett. Bennet quickened his pace, he then received Rudolf's pass and changed the ball route. Kante, who was about to stop Bennet, failed because Bennet suddenly changed the ball direction.

Bennet then sent a pass to Kazuki. The Japanese player accepted it and did a step-over. Then he pushed the ball to the right and past Fofana. After entering the penalty box, Kazuki unleashed a shot owards the goalpost. The ball hits the post and then bounced out of the net.

Kazuki's shot made Kasper Schmeichel's heart beat faster. After facing Kazuki a few times, he felt like watching a horror movie every time he saw Kazuki shot the ball. In this match Schmeichel has already conceded 1 goal, he didn't want to concede more.

In the 44th minute, Ayoze fell after Simone tackled him. The referee saw it as a foul, he gave Leicester a free kick in front of the penalty box. This free kick position was ideal so this free kick was a great opportunity for Leicester to score.

Mahrez stood in front of the ball. He was commanded by Nigel as the executor. If Leicester failed to score in the first half, it will be very difficult for them to change the flow of the game. The referee gave a signal, Mahrez ran slowly then kicked the ball hard.

The ball slowly floated up, past the Southampton player's wall. Then slowly the ball dipped downwards. Dean Smith moved to the left, he then jumped and tried to reach the ball. But the ball was too low so he failed to stop it.

"Goaaaaal! Mahrez! A very beautiful goal was created by Mahrez. He managed to equalize Leicester against Southampton so the score changed to 1-1 before the first half ended."

The goal managed to make Leicester end the first half with a smile. Meanwhile Southampton who had been equalized by Leicester ended the first half with a frown. It didn't feel good to be equated at the last minute.

"We wasted too many chances. I hope you guys could take the chances better. Also, use less foul in our defense area. In this match, set pieces will be Leicester's biggest weapon because they couldn't beat us in open play."

George looked at the Southampton players with an even look. After a long time at the top of the table, George's ambitions were increasing. Last season maybe he would not protest if Southampton lost or even drew. But this season he wanted Southampton to win and win. They were losing Rustan but fortunately Ryan will recover soon, George believed that Southampton have a chance to finish in the top four.

The second half of the match begins. In the second half, Leicester did not make any changed and neither did Southampton. For Leicester, the line-up this time was already a very good line-up. On the other hand, Southampton have also fielded their best players.

Nigel and George both understand that Leicester's chance in this match lies in set pieces. Therefore the two of them made adjustments based on their respective judgments. Nigel told Leicester to increase long shot from outside the penalty box, if it was difficult to enter the Southampton penalty box. This purpose was to get more corner kicks.

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In the 48th minute, Leicester got a corner kick. In this position, Leicester have two options. First, they could take corners as usual. But the problem was, the only player who can be relied on in corner kicks was Leicester center-back, Fofana. Other players have not ideal posture. Second, Leicester could do a creativity in executing corner kicks.

Mahrez as the executor chose the second way. He passed the ball to Soeyuecue. The Leicester left-back returned the ball to Mahrez. Mahrez penetrated into the penalty box. But Orlando stole the ball from him. Orlando then kicked the ball forward. Bennett received the ball from Orlando with his chest. He then gave the ball to Simone who was behind him.

Simone brought the ball forward. Kante made a tackle to him, so the ball bounced to the left. Rudolf beat Ayoze and brought the ball forward. After that, Rudolf gave the ball to Wright-Phillips. Wright-Phillips pushed the ball to Kazuki.

Kazuki broke free from the offside trap and carried the ball into the penalty box. Kasper Schmeichel ran forward, but Kazuki took a lob shot, he poked the ball, so that it went over Kasper's head and enter the net

Kazuki then ran to the side of the field, took off his shirt and stood up while opening both his arms. Southampton fans immediately shouted Kazuki's name.

Kazuki's goal made Leicester coach Nigel Pearson only surrender. The counter-attack was very dangerous and Kazuki was able to take advantage of the opportunity well. When Leicester players fail to block the ball, 90% of the goals will happen.

Despite conceding, Nigel still hopes that Leicester can at least hold onto Southampton. After all, they are only 1 goal behind. There is still a chance for Leicester to equalize.

In the 55th minute, Bennet unleashed a long-range shot. Kasper Schmeichel was able to parry the kick well. Southampton got a corner kick. The player who executed the shot was Bennett. As soon as the referee gave the signal, Bennett kicked the ball to the center of the penalty area as the crowd of players competed for the ball.

Simone and Evans compete for the ball. Simone jumped higher, so he managed to head the ball first. However, Simone's header missed the net. Southampton failed to add to the lead.

In the 63rd minute, Drinkwater gave Okazaki a pass. This time, Drinkwater's long-range pass accurately aimed at Okazaki. The player received the ball then changed the ball direction and shoots. But Jimmy managed to block Okazaki's shot as a result Leicester's attack failed.

Okhalo managed to get the ball. Okhalo gave a pass to Winsley Hart, Winsley ran quickly while dribbling the ball. But at that moment Ayoze moved to the left and sent a tackle to bring down Winsley. Winsley fell and the ball was pushed off the field. Southampton failed to launch a counter-attack.

In the 69th minute, there was a substitution. Nigel brought in Adama Traore to replace Okazaki. He also included Crouch to replace Hugo. Leicester's formation changed to 4-4-2. Mahrez was pulled back to add to the midfield while Crouch and Adama were in the striker positions.

This change has quite a positive impact. With Mahrez dropping into midfield, Leicester was less oppressed in midfield. On the other hand, Crouch's tall stature makes it easier for Leicester to use high passes from far. Not only that, there was also Adama Traore who can directly tear apart the Southampton defense.

In the 75th minute, Ayoze passed the ball to Mahrez, Mahrez ran past Rudolf and tool the ball forward. Simone moved towards Mahrez. But the player from Algeria provided the pass to Drinkwater. Orlando was running toward the ball. Fortunately Adama appeared as a passing option. Drinkwater gave the ball to Adama. Adama Traore then dribbled the ball forward and provided Crouch's cross.

Crouch beat Okhalo in an aerial duel and headed the ball towards goalpost. Dean Smith swiftly jumped and grabbed Crouch's header. Dean Smith's save made the Southampton goal safe again.

In the 82nd minute, Kante managed to steal the ball from Bennet. He then gave the ball to Drinkwater. Rudolf stepped forward to stop Drinkwater, but Drinkwater chose to pass Ayoze. Ayoze confronted Simone, he sent the ball to Adama Traore. Adama gave a pass to Mahrez who ran into the penalty box.

Mahrez received a pass from Adama and then he tricked Jimmy. After that he passed the ball to Crouch. Okhalo appeared and cut the ball. He kicked the ball off the field so Southampton again survived from Leicester attack.

Leicester continued to rise towards the end of the second half. But fortunately Southampton was able to defend well. As a result, there were no more goals after that. Southampton beat Leicester with a score of 2-1.. This victory made Southampton able to overtake Chelsea and return to second position.

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