Robert Huth scored a superb header to secure all three points for Leicester City against Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane early this morning.
Christian Fruchs delivered the corner, which was routinely nodded in by an unmarked Huth past Hugo Lloris in the 83rd minute.
Tottenham players and manager Mauricio Pochettino will be left frustrated after looking solid for the majority of the game and losing in the late stages.
Kasper Shmeichel had kept Leicester in the game, after a sensational save to knock a Harry Kane shot onto the crossbar. Erik Lamela produced a delightful through ball, but they were ultimately denied by the goalkeeper. Lloris also produced an outstanding denial in his box to make up for Kyle Walker’s mistake, which allowed Vardy into a dangerous area. The Frenchman got down low fast, pawing away the ball with his right-hand. The first-half ended goalless, but each custodian was called into action to keep it that way.
Leicester City and manager Caludio Ranieri will be extremely pleased to walk away from White Hart Lane with all three points after being frustrated in London just days prior in the FA Cup.
Tottenham Hotspur
Hugo Lloris – 8: Despite allowing in the late goal, the saves made throughout the game deserve praise and recognition. The tackle on Vardy proves how important to the team Lloris is.
Kyle Walker – 6: Got forward a few times, but made a silly error which could have been costly.
Toby Alderweireld – 6.5: Pushed up the field several times, and even had a shot at goal which flew high over the bar.
Jan Vertonghen – 6.5: Vertonghen and Alderweireld hold a defensive record in the league for only conceding 16 goals between them. Played just as well this time and will be frustrated with the end result.
Ben Davies – 6: Pushed forward from his role a few times to play a part in the chances created by Spurs.
Eric Dier – 6: Shown the only yellow card of the game and was subbed in the 89th minute, but played well in the screening role.
Tom Carroll – 6.5: Heldwell in that middle position, was replaced in the 81st minute by Son Hueng-min.
Christian Eriksen – 7: Involved in much of the link-up play. Had several shots on target that were blocked or saved. Substituted in the 71st minute for Mousa Dembele.
Dele Alli – 7: Played well, continuing a good streak of performances from the 19-year-old.
Erik Lamela – 8: Involved in almost all of the play up front, providing Kane with a golden chance for Tottenham.
Harry Kane – 7.5: Had the best opportunity of the match, but was superbly stopped by Schmeichel.
Substitutes
Mousa Dembele – 5: Tottenham fans and their manager will be happy to see this key player return from injury.
Son Heung-min – N/A: Not on pitch long enough.
Josh Onomah – N/A: Did not see enough of the ball to make an impact.
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Leicester City
Kasper Schmeichel – 8: Produced several outstanding saves to keep the host at bay, which ultimately lead to Leicester achieving the win.
Danny Simpson – 6.5: Involved for most of the game, held the line well.
Wes Morgan – 6: Did well at the back to keep Tottenham out.
Robert Huth – 7: Scored the winning header which secured all three points for Leicester, only his second goal for the club.
Christian Fuchs – 7.5: Involved in a lot of the match and provided the on-point corner which allowed Huth to head the ball into the back of the net to get the win.
Riyad Mahrez – 7.5: Ran circles around everyone, dancing in and out of players. Took shots which were saved by Lloris, or blocked by Tottenham defenders.
N’Golo Kante – 5.5: Involved, but not heard from very often.
Danny Drinkwater – 6.5: Got forward a lot, taking it in turns with the other central-midfielder to get into the box and help out.
Marc Albrighton – 6.5: Involved in a lot of play going forward.
Shinji Okazaki – 6.5: Ran around tirelessy, worked very hard for his side. Was substituted in the 76th minute.
Jamie Vardy – 6.5: Played well and got into some very dangerous position. Replaced after 70 minutes of play.
Substitutes
Leonardo Ulloa – 4: Did not hear much from him while he was on the pitch.
Andy King – 5: Got involved in the play pretty much straight away.
Nathan Dyer – N/A: Not on pitch long enough.
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