Leicester City boss Nigel Pearson set to make changes for Saturday's clash with Derby County
Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson is likely to make changes for Saturday's clash with Derby County.
Pearson watched the same starting 11 that beat Sheffield Wednesday so impressively on Saturday slip to defeat at Leeds United on Tuesday, and insisted that he would be 'tweaking' his side.
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Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson
Marko Futacs and Anthony Knockaert went on as second-half substitutes, and City did improve after their introductions, while top-scorer David Nugent could be available if he recovers from a neck injury.
"We didn't get going at Leeds and that is the most disappointing thing about it," said Pearson.
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"We didn't perform particularly well and, when we don't manage the ball effectively, it changes the complexion. We have under-achieved in that sense.
"The second half was much better in terms of trying to force the game but we didn't show enough quality, and that is the most disappointing thing because it was an unchanged side from Saturday.
"The players who started deserved to start but, unfortunately, it is a case now of possibly tweaking it for Saturday.
"We didn't miss Nugent on Saturday but, because we have lost, you can argue we missed him at Leeds.
"That is the temptation I suppose, to talk about the players who are not playing rather than the ones that have. But,
when he is available, I will be
delighted to have him back in
the fold.
"I thought Marko did well. He put himself around very well and is not afraid to shoot."
Pearson said his side need to show more desire when they were in possession.
"We didn't work hard to create options for each other when we had the ball and we didn't achieve the levels we have in the past," he said.
"But as bad as we were for managing the ball and being positive in possession, we could have still got something out of that game.
"The players know we have under-performed and it is about recognising where we need to improve – and I know where we need to improve.
"Yes, we have some young players in the team, but they are good enough and I back them every week to go out and perform."
Comments
by Chappy1884
Thursday, November 29 2012, 3:52PM
“Eastonian, didn't comment on the actual post, because most of it is common sense, so there wasn't really anything to add or disagree with in it. but as I said earlier sorry for the Rant.”
by FoxUlike
Thursday, November 29 2012, 11:29AM
“Yeah good shout. If we play Futacs then we might need a defensive midfielder such as James (or Wellens) to plug the gaps, as their defenders will get more time in possession without Vardy's closing down.”
by LCFC_Dave15
Thursday, November 29 2012, 11:24AM
“By the way, people have been saying we need another striker to support Nuge, i agree. After watching the celtic highlights of recent games, how about trying to sign Georgio Samaras on loan? Big striker who has an eye for goal... Just a thought...”
by LCFC_Dave15
Thursday, November 29 2012, 11:13AM
“Would also be nice to see James in a full game, see how his strengths come against the Rams. COYB, 4-0 again would do very nicely!! :-)”
by LCFC_Dave15
Thursday, November 29 2012, 11:12AM
“Squad on Sat:
Schmeicel
De Laet, Morgan, Whitbread, Konchesky
Knockaert, King, James, Dyer
Nugent (if fit), Futacs.
It would be nice to see Marshall on one side and Knockaert on the other side but dyer is in decent form so that wont happen. If nuge isn't fit, then I'd like schlupp back as a striker with big Futacs.”
by LCFCMike
Thursday, November 29 2012, 10:47AM
“Was very poor attendance at Elland road, just under 17,800.
Anyone know how many were LCFC? I would guesstimate 1,800.”
by LCFCMike
Thursday, November 29 2012, 10:37AM
“C'mon Leicester.....another 6 - 0 will do against the sheep sh-----s.”
by LCFCMike
Thursday, November 29 2012, 10:35AM
“Kasper
De laet Wes Zak Konch
Knocky Kingy Wellens Dyer
Futacs Waggy
Bench: Schlupp, Vards, Nuge, Ben, Lingard.”
by dobranich
Thursday, November 29 2012, 10:25AM
“Dorset I do the same. I get it given me odd times. I like the article it is an honest appraisal. I hope he does sort it the best way and doesn't let the red nosed guy from Manchester bully him into playing Linguard again. I can't see any other reason why he does.”
by FoxUlike
Thursday, November 29 2012, 10:22AM
“Can't see Wellens back in the team… maybe he'll make the bench.
Konch for Schluppy is a definite.
Vardy will drop out for Nuge (if he's fit). Otherwise Futacs may get a start.
Knocky might get a recall up front…?”