Kelechi Iheanacho’s Goal Assisted by Wilfred Ndidi in Burnley Clash wins Leicester City Goal of The Month


Super Eagles and Leicester City striker, Kelechi Iheanacho has another individual accolade for his impressive performances last month.

The Nigeria international, 24, was announced as the winner of the Leicester City Goal of the Month award for March.

Kelechi scored a beautiful volley against Burnley after a pass by his compatriot and teammate Wilfred Ndidi to help the Foxes share the points in the clash which ended in a draw.

The goal saw off competition from Ayoze Perez, Youri Tielemans, U23 star Kasey McAteer and Leicester City Women’s stars Shannon O’Brien, Esmee De Graaf and Sam Tierney to clinch the prize.

The striker, who was called on after injuries to Harvey Barnes and James Maddison scored five goals including a hattrick against Sheffield United last month.

He won the Premier League player of the month in March and was also named in the Premier League team of the month alongside his teammate Wilfred Ndidi.

That same month, he was also rewarded with a new three years contract at Leicester City till 2024.

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