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10 Aug 2025, 20:46

Leicester defeated Sheffield United in the Championship match

  • Leicester won 2-1 against Sheffield United.
  • Sheffield United played with a disadvantage after receiving red cards.
  • The winning goal was scored by Wout Faes in the second half.

Leicester faced Sheffield United at King Power Stadium

On September 10, 2025, Leicester City won 2-1 against Sheffield United in their first Championship match.

Sheffield United started the game strong when Nathaniel Chalobah opened the scoring. However, the team faced difficulties as in the second half, Barry Bannan received two yellow cards, leaving them with a numerical disadvantage.

Leicester equalized with a goal from Janik Vestergaard, and the winning goal was scored by Wout Faes, bringing the team to victory under the leadership of new coach Marti Sifuentes.

The match took place amid protests from Sheffield United fans against club owner Deifon Chansiri, who had started before the game began.

Tags: Sport/Football

Articles on this topic:

  • www.skysports.com - Leicester City 2-1 Sheffield Wednesday: Foxes earn comeback win over spirited 10-player Owls
  • www.bbc.com - Championship: Leicester host troubled Sheff Wed
  • www.theguardian.com - Wout Faes fires late winner as Leicester sink 10-man Sheffield Wednesday