Abdul Fatawu Issahaku Scores Screamer in Leicester vs Southampton Championship Clash
- Abdul Fatawu Issahaku produced a moment of brilliance with a superb strike in Leicester City's Championship match against Southampton
- The 21-year-old has now netted three times in his last four outings for the Foxes in the 2025/26 campaign
- Fatawu's goal was not enough as the club surrendered a three-goal lead at half-time in a 4-3 defeat to Southampton
Abdul Fatawu Issahaku kept his scoring run alive as Leicester City suffered a painful defeat against Southampton in an enthralling seven-goal thriller on Tuesday, February 10.
The Ghana international struck from close range to put Leicester firmly in the driver's seat, but a monumental collapse in the second half saw the Saints stage an epic comeback to defeat the Foxes.
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Issahaku shines but Leicester lose points
The winger started on the left, his preferred flank, as the Foxes chased a first triumph after five outings without success.
His movement caused problems early, though it was Divine Mukasa who opened the scoring after 10 minutes with a calm finish, as reported by Sky Sports.
Momentum grew quickly. Three minutes later, Patson Daka doubled the advantage, continuing his sharp form in front of goal.
The Zambian forward’s earlier AFCON 2025 goal celebration may have raised eyebrows, yet his focus here was clear.
Soon, it was Fatawu’s moment. The former Dreams FC and Steadfast FC youngster surged into the area before firing with power.
Known for cutting inside and curling efforts, he surprised everyone by striking with the outside of his left boot.
The ball flew into the top corner, leaving the goalkeeper helpless and the crowd on its feet.
Watch Fatawu's goal:
Southampton responded through Ross Stewart in the 62nd minute, sparking an unexpected revival for the Saints.
Jack Stephens then put the cat among the pigeons when he netted in the 83rd minute before substitute Ryan Manning levelled the score with three minutes left on the clock.
There was still time for late drama as Shea Charles scored in the sixth minute of stoppage time to turn the game on its head and hand the visitors a dramatic win on the road, as cited by BBC Sport.
While Leicester will rue their missed chance of snapping out of their winless run, the night belonged to Fatawu.
The strike marked his third in four appearances. He previously found the net against Birmingham and Oxford United, with Charlton the only side to keep him quiet in that spell.
This defeat carries weight beyond the evening.
Leicester had slipped into trouble following a six-point deduction for breaching the Profitability and Sustainability Rules. And now their 4-3 defeat against Southampton leaves them precariously close to the drop zone.
Another meeting with the Saints arrives soon in the FA Cup on Saturday, February 14, offering a fresh test.
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Napoli show interest in Fatawu
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Abdul Fatawu has drawn interest from Italian champions SSC Napoli.
Despite playing in the Championship with Leicester, he continues to impress in a tough competition.
Source: YEN.com.gh
