Jack Grealish scores after 16 months of drought against Leicester
- Jack Grealish scored early in the match, ending a long goal drought in the Premier League.
- Omar Marmoush quickly doubled the lead, capitalizing on a Leicester goalkeeper error.
- Leicester suffered a seventh consecutive defeat, significantly deepening their relegation fears.
In England, on April 3, 2025, Manchester City faced Leicester City at the Etihad Stadium, where City secured a 2-0 victory. Jack Grealish opened the scoring just two minutes into the match, marking his first Premier League goal since December 2023. His performance came after facing a challenging season, including fitness issues and competition for places in the team. Omar Marmoush added a second goal in the 29th minute, capitalizing on a goalkeeper error. The match highlighted Leicester’s ongoing struggle, as it became their seventh consecutive loss, leaving them in a precarious position, 12 points away from safety in the league table. Fans marked the occasion with a protest during the first nine minutes of the match, indicating their dissatisfaction over ticketing matters, but Grealish’s fast start quieted the Leicester side. Despite not playing at their best, Manchester City managed the game effectively, with fewer chances created as they maintained their lead comfortably without needing to exert additional pressure. The victory saw City reclaim a vital spot in the Champions League qualification race amidst tight competition with several other clubs scrambling for the same positions. Grealish expressed his readiness to contribute heavily in the upcoming matches despite the fierce competition for his spot in the team.