Skysports and BBC have rated Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi who played as a center back for the Foxes in their 2020-2021 Premier League season opener against West Bromwich on Sunday.
Ndidi, who is a often plays defensive midfield was drafted into the defense to partner Caglar Soyuncu by Brenda Rogers, following the suspension of Jonny Evans.
The Nigeria international played the entire duration of the match and gave an account of himself in the new role, as he completed 88% of his passed, made 3 clearances, 3 interceptions.
Nidid also made 2 vital tackles, 1 blocked shot, 5 successful long balls, 100% ground duels won and he was given a 7/10 rating by Skysports and BBC.
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Meanwhile, Brendan Rodgers’s side won the game 3 – 0 and only debutant Timothy Castaigne and Jamie Vardy got a better rating than Ndidi.
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