Two blistering strikes from Paul Gallagher gave Leicester a deserved home win over a surprisingly poor Cardiff side. The visiting team, sitting 4th in the Championship table, didn't manage a single shot on target, from open play, during the whole game. It was clear from the outset that Cardiff had come for a draw, as they sat with at least 10 men behind the ball for the entire first half. A clumsy challenge from Vuckic on Wellens gave City a penalty kick shortly before half time. Gallagher thumped the spot kick past David Marshall, who didn't bother to move. St. Ledger, Konchesky and Gallagher all had further chances in the first half, meaning that a 1-0 deficit flattered Cardiff at half time.
Leicester failed to pass the ball as competently in the second half and surrendered possession too easily. However, Cardiff were simply not good enough to capitalise and Leicester looked comfortable throughout. Gallagher curled a beautiful free kick into the corner in the 71st minute to give the home side breathing space. A dubious penalty was awarded to the visitors 13 minutes from time, after an apparent push in the penalty area. Whittingham despatched the resulting kick but it was a goal that Cardiff scarcely deserved. The Welsh team never looked like finding the equaliser and Leicester were full value for their first home win in 5 games and deservedly ended Cardiff's 9 game unbeaten run. After this win, City sneak into the top half of the Championship. A win at Watford on Tuesday night and Leicester will be dreaming of that elusive 6th place once more!
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