Leicester's Premier League Hopes Dented with Setback
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Leicester City's aspirations for an immediate return to the Premier League have been dealt a blow on Friday. The Foxes currently sit atop the Championship standings, but their lead has been cut to just one point following a disappointing 2-1 defeat at the hands of Derby County.
Leicester dominated possession in the match but were unable to convert their chances, with Derby taking the lead through a stunning free-kick from Matej Vydra. The Foxes leveled the scores through a penalty from Jamie Vardy, but Derby grabbed a late winner through Tom Lawrence.
The defeat is a major setback for Leicester, who were hoping to extend their lead at the top of the table and cement their status as favorites for automatic promotion. However, they will now need to bounce back quickly when they face Sheffield Wednesday on Tuesday.
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