Leicester set unwanted record as Ndidi features in Brentford loss

Leicester City suffered a heavy 4-0 home defeat to Brentford on Friday night, setting an unwanted Premier League record by becoming the first team in history to lose six consecutive home games in a single season without scoring a goal.

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi played for 77 minutes before being substituted for Oliver Skipp, as the club continues to manage his minutes following his recent recovery from a hamstring injury. Despite Leicester’s promising start, Brentford seized control when Yoane Wissa opened the scoring in the 17th minute. Bryan Mbeumo doubled the lead in the 26th minute with a well-placed strike before Christian Nørgaard made it 3-0 with a free header in the 32nd minute.

Leicester struggled to respond and conceded a fourth goal in the 89th minute when substitute Fábio Carvalho tapped home after an initial save from goalkeeper Mads Hermansen. At full-time, Leicester fans voiced their frustration with loud boos, as their team recorded their tenth loss in eleven matches.

Ndidi, who has been gradually returning to full match fitness, previously played 57 minutes in his comeback against Manchester United and 85 minutes in a 2-0 defeat against Arsenal. With the Foxes in freefall, the Nigerian midfielder’s experience will be crucial if they are to turn their season around.

Editorial

Leicester City’s fall from grace continues to shock the football world. Once crowned Premier League champions and FA Cup winners, the Foxes now find themselves in a downward spiral, breaking records for all the wrong reasons. A 4-0 thrashing at home to Brentford is not just another defeat it is a sign of deep-rooted issues within the squad.

Wilfred Ndidi’s return should have been a boost, but individual efforts cannot compensate for a team lacking cohesion, confidence, and direction. The Nigerian midfielder, once regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders in the league, is still working his way back to full fitness, but even at his peak, he alone cannot fix Leicester’s problems.

Defensive frailties, a lack of creativity, and poor finishing have plagued the Foxes all season. Scoring goals has been a major issue, and setting a record for consecutive home defeats without scoring highlights their alarming struggles in attack. With the club slipping further down the table, the management must reassess their approach before it is too late.

For Ndidi, this period could define his next career move. If Leicester cannot recover, bigger clubs may come calling, especially as he remains one of Nigeria’s most accomplished midfielders. While his loyalty to the club is commendable, he must also consider his future, particularly with Leicester looking unlikely to turn their season around anytime soon.

The Foxes need urgent change, and their next few games will determine whether they can escape this freefall or face an even greater crisis.

Did You Know?

1. Leicester City won the Premier League in 2016 despite being 5000-1 outsiders at the start of the season.
2. Wilfred Ndidi joined Leicester in 2017 as a replacement for N’Golo Kanté, who moved to Chelsea after the title-winning season.
3. Brentford have established themselves as one of the most efficient teams in the Premier League, using data analytics to recruit top players.
4. Leicester’s home record this season is among the worst in Premier League history, with their scoring drought adding to their woes.
5. Ndidi has won multiple Best Tackler awards in the Premier League, consistently ranking among the league’s top midfield ball-winners.