“You have to look at the performance overall, and I would say for 99% of it the performance was outstanding,” stated Gary Rowett, the manager of Preston North End, reflecting on the intense match against Leicester City.

The game, held at King Power Stadium on April 3, 2026, ended in a 2-2 draw, with Leicester’s Patson Daka scoring both goals for his team. Despite the draw, Leicester City remains third from bottom in the Championship table, continuing their struggle this season.

Leicester City has had a challenging run, managing only one win in their last 14 games. This match showcased their efforts to turn their fortunes around, as they registered a remarkable 28 shots on goal, demonstrating their attacking intent.

Rowett noted, “We were excellent, we didn’t give too many chances away, we score a very good goal and press nice and early and look really comfortable in the first half.” His team took the lead early on, aided by a backpass from Andrew Moran that led to Daka’s first goal.

However, Preston North End fought back, with Ben Whiteman scoring from a corner to equalize. The match saw both teams exchanging chances, but it was Daka who again found the net to put Leicester ahead.

Despite their efforts, Leicester could not secure the win, as Whiteman’s goal ensured a share of the points. Rowett expressed his frustration, stating, “I know Preston will say they made two mistakes for our goals, but when you’ve had 28 shots and the keeper’s made countless saves, you would always feel as though you should have won the game.”

Leicester City had 55% possession in their previous match against Watford, indicating their ability to control the game, yet they still find themselves in a precarious position in the league.

As the season progresses, Leicester City will need to address their defensive errors and capitalize on their scoring opportunities to climb out of the relegation zone.

With Preston currently sitting in 15th place, they will look to build on this draw as they aim for a more secure position in the Championship.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential changes in the line-up for Leicester as they prepare for their next fixture.

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Leicester City faced Ipswich Town in the Championship, ending the match in a 1-1 draw. Patson Daka scored for Leicester in the first half, but Sindre Walle Egeli equalized for Ipswich Town shortly after.

The match, held at Portman Road, saw Ipswich’s head coach, Kieran McKenna, express frustration over the officiating. He claimed that his team should have been awarded two penalties in the second half, particularly highlighting a challenge involving Cedric Kipre and Hamza Choudhury.

Despite the draw, McKenna noted the positives from his team’s performance, stating, “The way we pushed in the second half and dominated a Leicester side full of quality and pushed for the winning goal there are real positives in there.” This sentiment reflects Ipswich’s competitive spirit as they continue their campaign in the Championship.

On the other hand, Leicester City is facing uncertainty regarding Patson Daka’s future. His contract is nearing its end, and reports suggest that Valencia CF is interested in signing him. If Daka does not renew his contract, he could leave Leicester on a free transfer.

Historically, Daka has struggled to establish himself as a consistent force at Leicester City, and his journey in England has fallen short of expectations. Observers believe that a move to Valencia could provide him with the opportunity to revive his career in a league where he would have greater responsibilities.

Looking ahead, Ipswich Town is set to visit Stoke City in the Championship on Tuesday, aiming to build on their performance against Leicester. Meanwhile, the exact date of Daka’s potential transfer remains unconfirmed, leaving fans and analysts alike awaiting further developments.

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