With the games coming in quick succession, it’s no surprise that more rotation came in midfield. Oliver Skipp formed the double pivot alongside fellow Spurs academy graduate Harry Winks, as Boubakary Soumar\u00e9 missed out. With both Louis Page and Aaron Ramsey unavailable, Jordan James continued his run of games in the number 10 role. Meanwhile, out wide, Abdul Fatawu remained on the right with goalscorer Jordan Ayew on the left. Despite the many changes elsewhere, Julian Carranza was one of the only constants as he made back-to-back starts for the first time this season.<\/p>\n
Leicester City\u2019s Recent Form And Tactics<\/h3>\n
With the team suffering their sixth draw of the campaign, it’s evident that the abundance of flaws is still prominent. In their last 10 games, the Foxes have managed just one win, which is incredibly underwhelming given their three wins back in August. However, unlike the recent games against Hull, Millwall and Blackburn, Cifuentes’ side did look close to taking all three points.<\/p>\n
Read More:<\/b>\u00a0Predicted Lineup Last Time Out Against Middlesbrough<\/a><\/p>\n A first half with few chances saw Leicester in front via an Ayew penalty just before the break. In addition to this, Okoli had a great chance from a set-piece, which really should have seen the Foxes take the opener even earlier. For much of the second half, Rob Edwards’ side were allowed to take control and dominate possession, as City became much more defensive.<\/p>\n Leicester’s best offensive moments of the half came in transitions when the pacey duo of Patson Daka and Stephy Mavididi combined. The quick interplay between them even led to a late red card for Alfie Jones, which left Boro down to 10 men for the last few minutes. Despite the disadvantage, the last of the visitors’ 12 shots on goal proved decisive, as Luke Ayling headed in a late equaliser to rescue a point.<\/p>\n Read More:<\/b>\u00a0How Marti Cifuentes Has Developed A Clear Identity After Just Three Friendlies<\/a><\/p>\n It was once again disappointing for everyone at King Power Stadium, especially considering the way in which Middlesbrough controlled the game. Similar to the 2-0 win against Birmingham City, they looked much more comfortable when defending deeper and having less possession. Evidence to support this is the total of 37% possession, and just two shots in the second half. When Cifuentes’ side doesn’t have an impetus to take the game to the opposition, they look much better, which may be a reason for their success against some of the better footballing sides.<\/p>\n
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