3 Foxes who let the side down as Leicester fell to Southampton

The wide man, as is so often the case, seemed to be at odds with the tempo his teammates were playing at – incredibly slow and laboured in possession. It was almost as if he’s frightened to run at the opposing full-back.

The ball would either be stuck in his feet, or a Southampton defender would get in his way too easily, but it really was not happening for the City No. 7. Immediately after Danny Ward’s penalty save, the Foxes had a chance to break forward and do a Watford, but the man in space was Barnes who inevitably squandered possession.

The winger is a clearly short on confidence and has been for some time with his decision-making being exceedingly safe and careful. It’s good to be assured in possession and not lose it for the sake of it, but there are appears to be a policy with Barnes to play it too safe and eliminate any element of risk from his game.

LCFC face Chelsea next weekend, with every game now, regardless of opposition, now a must-win fixture. Brendan Rodgers is facing increasing disquiet from the fans, which could reach boiling point during the international break if they pick up nothing from either this or the Brentford fixture before the international break.