Leicester City’s Struggle for Goals
Leicester City has made a dubious slice of history in the Premier League, setting a new record by not scoring in eight consecutive games. This unfortunate streak has beaten the previous record held by Crystal Palace, who went seven games without scoring. The Foxes last found the back of the net in their October game against Fulham, meaning they have now gone more than two months without a goal.
Impact of Player Chemistry
Manager Dean Smith pointed out player chemistry as a significant issue, stating, “The way some of our attacking phases have been executed by the players on the pitch lacks understanding.” Despite Smith’s tenure appearing to initiate a positive change when he first arrived, the expected resurgence in Leicester’s form hasn’t materialized in terms of goals scored.
Details from the Goalless Draw with Bournemouth
In their latest outing, Leicester secured a goalless draw against Bournemouth, marking another game without scoring. Leicester managed 17 shots during this match, with only three on target, reflecting their continued struggles in converting chances into goals.
The Path Forward
Michael Iheke, serving as Leicester’s sporting director, highlighted the team’s frustrations but also spoke of a plan to address these challenges. “We are looking very carefully at what changes we need to make, whether it’s the player lineup or other strategic adjustments, to ensure we start scoring again,” Iheke said.