Leicester City suffered another pre-season defeat ahead of their Premier League return as they were beaten by FC Augsburg at Illerstadion.
Leicester City's Pre-Season Struggles
Leicester City have now suffered two defeats in their last three pre-season matches. They were also beaten by Palermo in their previous outing. This is a worrying trend for a team that is looking to improve on their 18th-place finish last season.
What Went Wrong for the Foxes
There are a number of factors that contributed to Leicester's defeat against Augsburg. Firstly, they were slow out of the blocks, conceding an early goal from a set-piece. They also struggled to create clear-cut chances in the final third, despite having a lot of possession.
Early Goal Costly
Steve Cooper will be disappointed with the way his side started the game. They were caught napping at the back and conceded a goal from a corner. This is something that they need to improve on if they want to be successful in the Premier League.
Struggles to Create Chances
Leicester City had a lot of the ball against Augsburg, but they struggled to create clear-cut chances. They were unable to break down Augsburg's defense, which was well-organized and disciplined. This is another area that Cooper needs to address if he wants his team to be more effective in attack.
Plenty of Work to Do for Cooper
Leicester City have a lot of work to do before the start of the Premier League season. They need to improve their defensive solidity, their ability to create chances, and their overall game management. If they can do that, then they will be in a much better position to challenge for a place in the top half of the table.
Looking Ahead to the Premier League
Leicester City's next pre-season match is against Lens in France. This will be a good opportunity for Cooper to assess his team's progress and to see if they have improved since their defeat to Augsburg. The Foxes will then begin their Premier League campaign on 19 August with a home game against Tottenham Hotspur.
Time is Running Out
Cooper has very little time to get his team ready for the start of the Premier League season. He needs to make sure that his team is fit, prepared, and motivated for the challenge ahead. If they can do that, then they will be in with a chance of having a successful season.
Transfer Window Activity
Leicester City have been active in the transfer market, signing a number of new players this summer. These include Bobby De Cordova-Reid, Abdul Fatawu, and Wout Faes. It remains to be seen if these new signings will be able to make an immediate impact on the team.
Need for Improvement
Leicester City fans will be hoping that their team can improve on their performance last season. They have a new manager in place, a number of new players, and a lot of time to prepare for the new season. If they can get things right, then they could be a force to be reckoned with in the Premier League.
