A 37th minute own goal by Derby goalkeeper Lee Grant gave Leicester their second successive away league victory. Aside from their solitary season in League One, this is now City's best league start for 16 years. Credit must go to Nigel Pearson, criticised for his inflexible formation last season. The manager had started this season with a new look 3-5-2 formation. However, he put out a 4-3-3 formation at Derby today and his players delivered. When things got tight in the second half, City switched to a 4-4-2 and managed to hold on for victory.
Liam Moore was awarded man of the match, putting in an outstanding performance alongside captain Morgan. Schlupp played at left-back, adding to speculation that Konchesky is on his way out of the club. Up front, Nugent played in behind Vardy and Wood. Credit must go to Vardy too, who has started the season in good form. His clever back heel lead to the confusion in Derby's box that gave the Foxes a crucial, winning goal. It took the Foxes until October to register their second away league win last season - two from two at the start of this term will certainly breed confidence.
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