Leicester City reclaimed the top spot in the Championship following a thrilling Midlands derby 2-1 win against West Brom at the King Power Stadium.
The Baggies had a strong start, but they failed to score their early opportunities, with Hamza Choudhury making a crucial goal-line clearance to deny Mikey Johnston.
The hosts went ahead against the flow of the game as Jamie Vardy connected with Wout Faes's cross, leading to a save by Alex Palmer that allowed Wilfred Ndidi to slot home the rebound.
A penalty for Leicester before half-time saw Vardy strike the post, squandering a chance to double their lead.
In the second half, the visitors kept fighting to score but were thwarted by Choudhury's two remarkable goal-line clearances, and Cédric Kipré's shot hitting the bar from a resulting corner.
Despite West Brom's pressure, Enzo Maresca's men managed to extend their lead in the 65th minute, with Abdul Fatawu delivering a superb cross met by Vardy's powerful header.
Just when it seemed Leicester had sealed the win, a precise pass from Kipré set up Jed Wallace, who halved the deficit with 15 minutesto play.
The Foxes held firm in the tense final moments to secure a crucial victory, that sends them two points clear of Ipswich Town at the top of the table.
Meanwhile, West Brom remains one point ahead of sixth-placed Norwich, albeit having played an extra game.
2-1 | ||
Wilfred Ndidi 22' Jamie Vardy 65' | Jed Wallace 76' |
