Leicester City Premier League ambition looks set to be achieved as they thump Southampton 5:0 at the Kingspower Stadium.
Leicester City’s Abdul Fatawu shined with a hat-trick, propelling his team towards a potential Premier League return and dampening Southampton’s hopes of automatic promotion.
Fatawu’s first-half goal set the tone, showcasing Leicester’s dominance and efficiency. Wilfred Ndidi’s powerful header further extended their lead, leaving Southampton struggling to find a foothold.
The momentum shifted briefly in Southampton’s favor after halftime, but Leicester’s clinical performance was relentless. Fatawu’s second goal was a highlight, followed by Jamie Vardy’s contribution and another from Fatawu to complete his treble.
The win puts Leicester in a commanding position, needing just one more victory from their remaining matches against Preston or Blackburn to secure promotion. Additionally, a loss for Leeds against QPR could seal the deal for Leicester as early as Friday.
Southampton, on the other hand, faces the prospect of playoffs after a surprising defeat to Cardiff and injuries affecting key players like Stuart Armstrong.
Leicester’s performance left their fans ecstatic, with manager Enzo Maresca praising their near-complete job. Southampton’s Russell Martin, however, expressed disappointment in his team’s lack of character and fight after a promising start to the match.