Southampton 2-2 Leicester: Player ratings in two-sided performance

Schmeichel (6/10); Evans (8/10); Soyuncu (5/10); Castagne (6/10); Thomas (5/10); Soumare (4/10); Ndidi (5/10); Maddison (7/10); Barnes (5/10); Lookman (4/10); and, Vardy (5/10).

A weak start and a lethargic performance plagued the first half of the fixture. Unfortunately, several players failed to offer any off the ball movement besides Madders and Lookman. However, when on the ball, Ade has been unimpressive and bullied by defenders and midfielders.

The only highlight was the obtention of a corner and our ability to keep the pressure and the ball alive in the hope of building another chance. This led to a secondary ball into the box and a saved shot from Ndidi which saw Evans pounce to equalise.

Many Leicester players were uninvolved for large spells. Vardy was chief amongst them; whenever on the ball, Vardy looked dangerous but never got on the ball for long enough to really impact the game. This is our greatest weakness, a lack of off the ball desire and involvement from key players.

Second half ratings

Soumare was taken off at the start of the second half to inject more creativity in midfield. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall was brought on. The young midfielder brings a different element into the game, with control being a priority.