Leicester City secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Tranmere Rovers in the EFL Cup second round, with key contributions from Ghanaian forward Jordan Ayew and Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi. This win marked Steve Cooper’s first triumph as Leicester City manager.
Jordan Ayew opened the scoring in the 38th minute with a stunning strike that curled into the top corner, making it a memorable debut goal for the Ghanaian since his summer move to the Foxes. His assist to Ndidi later in the match highlighted the strong partnership forming between the two African players.
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The second half saw Leicester continue their dominance. Just five minutes after the restart, Stephy Mavididi extended Leicester’s lead by converting a penalty, awarded after Ricardo Pereira was fouled in the box. Mavididi’s calm finish from the spot made it 2-0.
Wilfred Ndidi, demonstrating his prowess in midfield, added the third goal in the 70th minute. His goal came after a clever link-up play with Ayew, further showcasing the effective combination between the Ghanaian and Nigerian stars.
Harry Winks, another summer signing, completed the scoring in the 90th minute with a powerful long-range effort, sealing a comprehensive 4-0 win for Leicester City.
The victory was a significant one for Steve Cooper, as it marked his first win in charge of Leicester City. The Foxes’ performance demonstrated their ability to control the game and capitalise on their chances, with Ayew and Ndidi playing pivotal roles in their successful outing.
