Leicester City's Struggles Deepen as Fulham Claim First Win of 2025

Leicester City’s woes continued as they fell to a 2-0 defeat against Fulham at the King Power Stadium. The result marked the Foxes’ seventh consecutive league loss, a dismal streak that has only occurred three other times in their history, most recently in April 2001. Meanwhile, Fulham secured their first victory of the calendar year, showing clinical precision to take all three points.

Fulham’s Ruthless Efficiency

Despite Leicester having more shots on target, Fulham made the most of their opportunities, scoring with their only two shots on target in the match. Emile Smith Rowe opened the scoring in the first half, finishing off a well-worked move, before Bertrand Traoré doubled the lead after the break with a composed finish.

Leicester, for all their efforts, lacked the cutting edge needed to trouble Fulham’s defense. The Foxes managed more shots on target than the visitors, but their inability to convert chances ultimately proved costly.

Foxes’ Attacking Woes Continue

Under Ruud van Nistelrooy, Leicester have now failed to score in five of their nine Premier League games, after managing just one scoreless outing in their first 13 matches under Steve Cooper and Ben Dawson. The defeat also marked the fourth consecutive home league game in which Leicester failed to find the back of the net, a run they haven’t endured since September 1983.

Fulham’s Improved Away Form

With this victory, Fulham have now won four of their 11 Premier League away games this season (D4 L3), equaling their total number of away wins from the entire 2023-24 campaign. The Cottagers were well-organized defensively and clinical in attack, making the most of their limited chances.

Match Stats

• xG: Fulham 2.08 - 0.47 Leicester
• Shots on Target: Leicester 4 - 2 Fulham
• Possession: Leicester dominated possession but lacked the final product.

Historical Context

Leicester’s current run of seven straight league defeats mirrors other difficult periods in the club’s history, including their record eight-match losing streak in April 2001. With their confidence clearly waning, van Nistelrooy faces a massive challenge to turn the season around.

Looking Ahead

Fulham will take heart from this victory as they continue their push for mid-table stability. Leicester, on the other hand, must regroup quickly to avoid being drawn deeper into the relegation battle. Their inability to score goals and convert possession into points remains their biggest obstacle.

Leicester’s loss to Fulham highlights their ongoing struggles under van Nistelrooy, while the visitors demonstrated resilience and ruthlessness to claim a much-needed win. The Foxes’ fans will be desperate for their side to rediscover their form soon, as another defeat could make this already challenging season even tougher.