Analysis of Leicester City’s 3-0 FA Cup triumph over Birmingham City, with a focus on Jamie Vardy, Marc Albrighton, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s potential, Stefano Sensi, and more.
During their Premier League-winning season, Marc Albrighton only provided one assist for Jamie Vardy. It was the first goal of the 68 Leicester City scored on their way to victory, with Vardy connecting with Albrighton’s cross against Sunderland. Surprisingly, most of Albrighton’s assists that season were for Riyad Mahrez.
However, in the years following, Albrighton has set up numerous goals for Vardy, showcasing their telepathic understanding and exceptional quality. Despite only assisting Vardy once in the title-winning season, Albrighton’s recent delivery to Vardy’s head and the subsequent goal brought back memories of their remarkable triumph.
Vardy and Albrighton stand as the last remaining heroes from that historic season, with other title-winning players having retired or moved on. Both players are approaching the end of their contracts, raising questions about their future at the club. As they potentially depart, Leicester City will need new heroes to maintain the strong bond between players and supporters.
While some promising players have left the club, including James Maddison, Youri Tielemans, and Harvey Barnes, others like Ricardo Pereira, Wilfred Ndidi, Kelechi Iheanacho, James Justin, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall remain as potential future stars. Dewsbury-Hall’s visible dedication to representing the club has endeared him to supporters, making him a standout player for the team.
Brighton’s interest in Dewsbury-Hall has evoked emotional responses from fans, sparking a debate about the balance between football as a business and the emotional connection between players and supporters. Despite potential financial gains from selling Dewsbury-Hall, the joy of the game is rooted in the connection between fans and players, as demonstrated by Vardy and Albrighton’s impact on supporters.
The recent decision by Leicester City to allow locals without booking histories to attend matches reflects the club’s commitment to fostering a strong connection between fans and players. This move allowed young fans to witness a victory and a memorable goal created and scored by two of the club’s greatest-ever players.
