Leicester City Survive Walsall Scare with Penalty Shoot-Out Victory

Manager Steve Cooper faces fan backlash as Danny Ward's heroics secure Carabao Cup progression.

Leicester City needed penalties to defeat League Two side Walsall in the Carabao Cup after a goalless draw in regulation time.
Goalkeeper Danny Ward was the hero, saving three penalties to ensure a 3-0 shoot-out win for Leicester.
Manager Steve Cooper faced chants of discontent from Leicester fans, including one who attempted to confront him on the pitch.
Cooper made 10 changes to the team, with new loanee Odsonne Edouard making his first start.
Walsall missed key chances during the match, including a golden opportunity by Albert Adomah on his 700th career appearance.