“I Don’t expect it, he’s too good to handle” – Leicester City boss reveals one Chelsea star who give him tough time after losing 2-1 to Chelsea
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Leicester City manager Steve Cooper did not hold back in his criticism following his team’s 2-1 defeat to Chelsea at the King Power Stadium, citing officiating errors as a major factor in the loss.
Chelsea’s Missed Opportunities
Despite Chelsea dominating the game and creating numerous chances, they only managed to secure the victory by a narrow margin. Leicester, on the other hand, capitalized on their limited opportunities, with Jordan Ayew’s late penalty providing a glimmer of hope in stoppage time.
Cooper Unhappy with Refereeing Decisions
Speaking to TNT Sports after the match, Cooper expressed his frustration, focusing on what he perceived as poor officiating:
- Missed Penalty Claim: “The big moment is the first penalty [not given], it’s clear what happened there,” Cooper stated, referring to an incident where Leicester believed they should have been awarded a penalty.
- Onside Decision Controversy: He criticized the referees further, adding, “You see how onside he was. That was the story of the officials’ game.”
- Chelsea’s First Goal: Cooper also questioned the legitimacy of Chelsea’s opening goal, saying, “We gave away a poor goal. It should have been 0-0.”
Defensive Performance and Moving Forward
Despite the loss, Cooper found some positives in his team’s defensive efforts:
- “Defensively we were generally OK,” he noted, emphasizing the team’s resilience.
- He called for more determination from his players, stating, “We need to be showing good courage and belief. If we do that, we can create chances and be a threat.”
Chelsea’s Perspective
While Leicester City lamented their “terrible luck,” Chelsea will likely view this match as a missed opportunity to win by a larger margin, given the chances they squandered.
Both teams have lessons to take away as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures.
