So he’s just having some tests, which will make him unavailable for this game.”, Jamie Vardy leaves the field injured against West Ham, (Image: Plumb Images/Leicester City FC via Getty Images), When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. There is a more credible claim for a penalty when Grealish falls to the floor after Pereira strokes his back. Aston Villa 1-4 Leicester City (Vardy, 75), GOAL! “No, he won’t be available for Wednesday,” Rodgers told LeicestershireLive . What next for Villa? Praet lifts the ball over the top for Vardy to chase, control and then whack into the corner beyond Heaton. Hugh Clarke goes off piste: “Elsewhere: Viking of Stavanger have won the Norwegian Cup Final for the first time since 2001, with a 1-0 win over Haugesund. Mark it down as another VAR failure. Chilwell lifts a cross to the back post for Tielemans who is waiting unmarked at the back post but he volleys high into the stand. They do not look like threatening a back four with the current setup. 57 mins: The cloakroom is open for business. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Pereira runs out of room when driving towards the byline and ends up on the floor five yards beyond the whitewash after contact with Grealish. 40 mins: A bit of anger erupts at Villa Park as Douglas Luiz is taken down belatedly after a shot from the edge of the area and then Grealish claims Schmeichel had turned the ball beyond for a corner but the referee disagrees on both counts. The departees almost missed El Ghazi pulling one back but instead he toe poked it wide. Villa have been treated leniently by the ref and VAR. Aston Villa 1-3 Leicester City (Evans, 49), Half-time! Makamba goes into the book for a late challenge on Ndidi. Nothing to see here. The players are flying to tackles now and with the pitch looking very slick due to the rain, this could be fun. (I'll get my coat). It's like Harry Potter defeating superior wizards with "Expelliarmus!". #AVLLEI pic.twitter.com/88LXTmzj5G, Evans: “We’re up there, we’re challenging, we’re playing well.”. Iheanacho departs, with Barnes replacing him. The resulting corner is chipped by Maddison to Evans who heads it into the top corner from 10 yards unchallenged. 73 mins: Another chance to finish this game off and allow me to dream of evening wine. It looks like the final few minutes of FA Cup tie between a Premier League team and League One opposition. But he’s come through the last two days on the field well. Dean Smith 's side head to the East Midlands for the first of 11 crucial games in their fight for survival. "Apart from that (Daniel) Amartey has been out longer term.”, When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Aston Villa news: Brendan Rodgers has revealed that star striker Jamie Vardy is targeting the Premier League clash with Villa at the King Power Stadium for Vardy's return from injury, Sign up NOW for our daily Villa newsletter direct to your inbox. 83 mins: Everyone streaming out of Villa Park but I am still here, do not worry. However, City will be without skipper Wes Morgan, who is struggling with illness, as well as Papy Mendy, who continues his recovery from a knee injury suffered against West Ham. By Josh Barker Last Updated: January 28, 2020 2:19 pm. Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has given an update on the fitness of Jamie Vardy. Duncan Edwards has emailed in! It must also be noted that in the same Times piece, in which McGinn spoke about his return from injury, he mentioned Leicester stalwart Jamie Vardy as a player he looks up to and would like to emulate. Praet lifts the ball over the top for Vardy to chase, control and then whack into the corner beyond Heaton. Aston Villa 0-2 Leicester City (Iheanacho, 41). City host Aston Villa in the Premier League on Monday night (8pm). 51 mins: Targett goes into the book for a filthy challenge on Pereira. He just doesn’t seem very good. I’ve lost count of how many there have been this season. 81 mins: Chilwell exits with Justin coming on. You can unsubscribe at any time. Elsewhere, Tettey has put Norwich 1-0 up against Sheffield United. Norwich 1-2 Sheffield UnitedNewcastle 0-1 Southampton. Aston Villa 1-4 Leicester City (Vardy, 75) Vardy really is in the form of his life. First published on Sun 8 Dec 2019 13.01 GMT. Leicester City dismantled Aston Villa 4-0 in the Premier League on Monday night as Jamie Vardy scored two on his return to the side, here's the report and reaction. If anyone knows what random football memorabilia I should get my brother for Christmas, please let me know. 47 mins: Iheanacho has a shot within 20 seconds of play restarting but he drags it wide from 20 yards. Newcastle 0-0 SouthamptonNorwich 1-0 Sheffield, Peter Littley emails in to say: “Looks like Michael Oliver has been to the Mike Dean school of refereeing. He catches him on the shin with his studs, surprisingly late. “It’s great news Wilf (Ndidi) coming back. Jamie Vardy is set to be in the Leicester City squad for the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Aston Villa, even if he is only at 80 per cent fitness. "We’ll see how that looks in the morning, but I’m very confident he’ll be involved in some part.”. He hasn't scored since a 3-1 defeat to Manchester City on December 21 with the striker enduring his driest run this season. If Aston Villa are relegated from the Premier League, an exit would seem likely, and the Foxes are seemingly ready to pounce. Here is the report from Norwich versus Sheffield United. 90 mins: They’ve added three minutes on for no reason whatsoever. They can’t carry on with this lineup. He hasn’t done much, so a change of striker is not a major issue for Villa. “He’s in the squad," Rodgers confirmed at his press conference ahead of the semi-final. New legislation was pushed through earlier this year, including during Chancellor Rishi Sunak's 'mini budget' in the wake of the coronavirus crisis. He won't be fit enough to end his barren run at the King Power Stadium in midweek but will hopefully be back for the Villa clash. No idea why he would risk a second booking for that. Hmmm ... Leicester break once more on Villa, playing the ball from right to left as they move up the pitch. 38 mins: Konsa sends a very short backpass to Heaton but the goalkeeper rushes out to just beat Iheanacho to the ball and avoid catastrophe in the process. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. If it was simple, someone would be able to combat it. 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Hopefully someone is keeping track.”. Vardy sat out Saturday's FA Cup fourth round win at Brentford but will be involved in Tuesday night's trip to Villa Park. Aston Villa news & transfers live - Sturridge cancels contract in Turkey, Grealish latest, Former referee explains why Man City were awarded a corner in build-up to second goal vs Aston Villa, 'Get him Deano!' Chris, from Stockport, has emailed in: “Re your request for sporting memorabilia for your brother, how about a signed, match worn shirt by Aaron Wan-Bissaka from yesterday’s game?”. Am I missing something with Wesley? The England international has been suffering from a hip injury, so this is quite sensible. Spicy. There is a minute’s applause for Ron Saunders to celebrate his life, crowned by the 1981 league title. The hope is Grealish can pull something out of the bag, as no one else looking capable of doing so. Pereira gets round the back, drives a cross to an awaiting Barnes but he is leaning back and flashes a shot well over. McGinn is the latest to be booked for a rash challenge on Maddison. I will give it to Iheanacho. 85 mins: Surely there is plenty to this. Elsewhere: Shelvey has equalised for Newcastle. Aston Villa 1-2 Leicester City (Grealish, 45+2), GOAL! It is checked by VAR but is given. Now Engels is on the deck after getting one to the face from Iheanacho. Brendan Rodgers provides Jamie Vardy update ahead of Aston Villa vs Leicester. @Will_Unwin Should have been a red card. 87 mins: McGinn goes to ground in the box after Pereira breathes on him. pic.twitter.com/ORbhGdlrkM. Vardy really is in the form of his life. Vardy back among goals as Leicester thump Villa. Why bother? 79 mins: HEATON SAVES IT WITH HIS FACE!!! Everything is so basic about Leicester. Aston Villa 1-2 Leicester City, GOAL! Vardy has 17 goals in 25 Premier League outings and is level with Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang at the top of the League's goalscoring charts. 59 mins: Douglas Luiz beats Pereira to a loose ball on the left flank and gives him a little nudge in the back. Evans thinks people will start talking Leicester up with regards to the title challenge. Ps if anyone knows Mike Phelan, can you email me his mobile number. “Coming into this period, we have most players available. “It’s also about the further risk of injury with Jamie, that’s what we’re weighing up. explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. Jamie Vardy was in fine form once again as Leicester secured their eighth consecutive Premier League win, Sun 8 Dec 2019 16.24 GMT Vardy once again gets the other side of the defence to catch a through ball, he drives into the box and looks to lay it off to an onrushing Iheanacho but Engels slides in to divert it back to Heaton, removing the danger in the process. Aston Villa vs Leicester. There was nothing in it, to be honest. explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. Vardy has scored in each of his last seven appearances. Targett has hobbled off with his pride severely injured. I’d say they could easily be down to nine men what with the blatant straight red and McGinn’s post-yellow infringements.”. Now to think of wine. 71 mins: Villa really need to sign a striker in January. VAR checks it and sticks to the yellow. Aston Villa 1-4 Leicester: Foxes cut gap to Premier League leaders Liverpool to eight points as Jamie Vardy double inspires Brendan Rodgers' side to stylish victory over Midlands rival The striker limped off during the Foxes' recent Premier League victory over West Ham United at the King Power Stadium, Need the latest Foxes transfer news? 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Jamie Vardy is set to be in the Leicester City squad for the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Aston Villa, even if he is only at 80 per cent fitness. Full-time: Aston Villa 1-4 Leicester City, GOAL! "That will give other players the chance to come in and we’ll assess how Wes is over the next couple of days. Our. “He’s making good progress, but our target is Aston Villa. "He’s in the squad and then we’ll give it another full day, see how he is tomorrow, and see whether he starts or comes off the bench. Villa are playing with a lot more intent, at least. Kelechi Iheanacho again collected a goal and an assist and Jamie Vardy scored twice as Leicester City punished Aston Villa in an entertaining 4-1 at Villa Park on Sunday. I was about to write that Leicester were easing to victory against a poor Villa side but Grealish has set it up for a fine second half. 8 - Leicester City have now won their last eight Premier League games in a row – their best-ever winning run in their top-flight history. The ball bounces around in the box after a Villa corner, then Grealish runs onto the ball and curls the ball into the far corner from the left-hand side of the area. "Obviously Papy Mendy is out, he was out for the weekend, and Wes Morgan will be unavailable for the game," said Rodgers. But he’ll certainly have a part to play. Leicester are just too good for the likes of Villa nowadays. Get FREE email alerts for Leicester City FC. They were slick going forward and strong at the back. Iheanacho goes into the book for a full-bloodied challenge on Targett. 65 mins: El Ghazi whips a cross into the corridor of uncertainty which bounces along the six-yard line until Pereira whacks it away from danger. Guilbert on. Vardy picked up an injury in the Foxes' Premier League victory over West Ham United at the King Power Stadium last Wednesday night. Dennis Praet, Jamie Vardy, Jonny Evans – Leicester City injury latest after enforced subs, Brendan Rodgers was forced to withdraw a trio of players during the victory at the Etihad Stadium, with Praet, Vardy and Evans all hobbling off after receiving treatment, Brendan Rodgers gives verdict on Daniel Amartey's Leicester City future amid centre-back search, The Ghana international has played Leicester City's last two matches, making his first appearances for the club in 23 months since breaking his ankle in October 2018, 'Scintillating' - How the national media reported on Leicester City’s stunning win over Man City. 55 mins: Vardy is given space to drive into the box, Iheanacho darts to the front post but Konsa reads the run and gets to the ball first to clear the cross. Our. 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You can unsubscribe at any time. Viking’s team includes Christian Thorstvedt, son of former Tottenham goalkeeper Erik Thorstvedt.”. They have ripped them apart, aided by Vardy and Maddison being a cut above the Villa defence. 36 mins: Another defensive issue for Villa, as Targett goes down in a heap, complaining about a foot issue but he seems OK to continue. “Think that may be a world record for Grealish in terms of shortest time between dives - and he’s not booked for either. 69 mins: Leicester should be out of sight. 53 mins: I am becoming suspicious that this could end up five or six to Leicester. 45 mins: Leicester are just keeping possession here. Question, if Grealish throws himself into you 4 times, who gets the yellow card?”, 4 - Kelechi Iheanacho has scored in all four appearances for Leicester City this season, netting four goals - as many as he'd scored in his previous 42 matches for the club. Villa seem to have lost the plot a little. Red Star Paris gear seems to be the post popular idea for my bro’s Xmas present, you’ll be pleased to know. 34 mins: Chilwell sends a cross over everyone and it is picked up on the opposite flank by Pereira, who is quickly flattened by Targett. Leicester came out as 5-2 winners against Man City at the Etihad Stadium. "It’s one where if you’re asking me: ‘Will he be 100 per cent?’ He might be 80 per cent, but I’d rather an 80 per cent Jamie Vardy, with what he gives the team, and his threat. 44 mins: More bad news for Villa, as Wesley is lying on the ground off the pitch with his head in his hands. This is pathetic from Villa. Classy. "He’s worked very hard since his injury last midweek. “He didn’t feel great after the game at the weekend. Ndidi lifts a ball over the top, which Vardy naturally catches and then lays straight into the path of Maddison but the midfielder misdirects his shot from inside the area and it flies well wide. I know they spent a lot on Wesley but really he is not going to score the goals to keep them up. It ends up with Chilwell who lifts a cross into the box but Engels reads it and heads behind. 32 mins: Pereira takes down Douglas Luiz on the left touchline and the subsequent free-kick looks dangerous but is flicked clear by a defender. The referee gives no penalty, as the away fans laugh at the midfielder. Available for everyone, funded by readers. 63 mins: The Villa physios have been very busy today. I dare say for the rest of the match Matt has a Targett on his back. The hosts, sadly, need a rethink and some new players if they are to stay up. Leicester City's Jamie Vardy ended his long scoring drought with two goals in the Foxes' win over relegation-threatened Aston Villa. Leicester 4-0 Aston Villa: Brendan Rodgers hails "important" win as Foxes end winless run Vardy back with a bang. Villa fail to do anything with the free-kick, though. 89 mins: All over. Spark. The cross really deserved more. 61 mins: Villa chuck in a couple of crosses into the box but there is no one there who knows how to attack them. There are brief appeals for a penalty but nothing is given. Maddison whips in the free-kick, Soyuncu flicks it towards goal but Heaton’s noggin’ blocks the ball much to the Turkey defender’s chagrin. All rights reserved. The Foxes are chasing the Saint-Etienne centre-back as they look to add defensive reinforcements. Some say Vardy’s game is a simple one but this Villa defence certainly do not know how to combat it. ... Aston Villa's form is a little bit concerning.