The attacker has again been nominated for the individual accolade following his blistering showings in April as well as been shortlisted for the best goal prize.
Iheanacho again partnered with Jamie Vardy in Leicester’s attack but they were overpowered by Steve Bruce’s men in the outing.
Ndidi also started the encounter, forming a four-man midfield along with Marc Albrighton, Youri Tielemans and Ricardo Pereira.
The Foxes began the game on the back foot, allowing the Magpies to dominate the opening proceedings and paid for it when Joseph Willock opened the scoring in the 22nd minute.
Paul Dummett then doubled Newcastle’s lead in the 34th minute from a brilliant assist from Matt Ritchie.
Wilson s brace helps Newcastle shock Leicester City
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Leicester, May 8 : Striker Callum Wilson scored twice to help Newcastle United stay above the relegation zone with a stunning 4-2 win over Leicester City.
Jonny Evans was injured in the warm-up for the home team with Marc Albrighton replaced him. Newcastle took advantage as an error by Caglar Soyuncu allowed Joe Willock to score in the 22nd minute.
Wesley Fofana s header was saved at the other end by Martin Dubravka. Paul Dummett then doubled Newcastle s lead with his third Premier League goal in the 34th minute.
The attacker has again been nominated for the individual accolade following his blistering showings in April as well as being shortlisted for the best goal prize.
Iheanacho again partnered with Jamie Vardy in Leicester’s attack but they were overpowered by Steve Bruce’s men in the outing.
Ndidi also started the encounter, forming a four-man midfield along with Marc Albrighton, Youri Tielemans and Ricardo Pereira.
The Foxes began the game on the back foot, allowing the Magpies to dominate the opening proceedings and paid for it when Joseph Willock opened the scoring in the 22nd minute.
Paul Dummett then doubled Newcastle’s lead in the 34th minute from a brilliant assist from Matt Ritchie.
Updated: May 7, 2021, 10:18 pm
Callum Wilson scored twice in Newcastle’s win at Leicester (Michael Regan/PA)
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Newcastle stunned Leicester to inch closer to survival and deal a potentially damaging blow to the Foxes’ Champions League hopes.
Callum Wilson struck twice in a shock 4-2 win at the ragged hosts to all but secure the Magpies’ Premier League status.
Caglar Soyuncu’s error gifted Joe Willock an opener before Paul Dummett’s first goal in over five years doubled the visitors’ lead.