Sports News of Tuesday, 20 August 2024
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2024-08-20Ghanaian winger Fatawu Issahaku assists in Leicester's draw against Spurs
Fatawu Issahaku
Ghanaian
Ghanaian winger Fatawu Issahaku significantly contributed to Leicester City's 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur on Monday evening by providing a key assist during the exciting match.
The encounter, which took place at King Power Stadium, featured Tottenham controlling both possession and shot attempts; however, Leicester's determination allowed them to secure a point.
Tottenham opened the scoring in the 29th
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Nevertheless, Leicester City managed to equalize against the flow of the game in the 57th minute. Fatawu Issahaku, who played the entire match, regained possession on the right flank and sent a delicate cross to the far post. Veteran forward Jamie Vardy was ideally positioned to head the ball into an unguarded net, leveling the score for the Foxes.
This draw alters the head-to-head statistics between the two clubs to 6 victories for Leicester, 12 for Tottenham, and 4 draws.
Leicester City is set to face Fulham in their upcoming league match on August 24th.