Van Nistelrooy's Leicester Debut Secures Win as West Ham Struggles Deepen

Leicester City triumphs 3-1 over West Ham, marking Ruud van Nistelrooy’s first match as manager, while Julen Lopetegui faces mounting pressure after another defeat.

• Jamie Vardy scored just 98 seconds into the match, setting the tone for Ruud van Nistelrooy's first game as Leicester City manager.
• Leicester's win moves them four points clear of the relegation zone, offering a promising start under Van Nistelrooy’s leadership.
• West Ham dominated possession and created numerous chances, but goalkeeper Mads Hermansen’s standout performance kept Leicester in control.
• Julen Lopetegui’s position as West Ham manager appears increasingly tenuous, with fans and reports suggesting his dismissal may be imminent.
• Late goals from Bilal El Khannouss and Patson Daka secured Leicester's victory, while Niclas Füllkrug’s stoppage-time goal denied them a clean sheet.

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