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Iheanacho: Leicester City happy to end 2019 second in Premier League

Kelechi Iheanacho has revealed the joy of Leicester City to end 2019 as the second-best team in the Premier League following their 2-1 win against West Ham United on Saturday.

The Super Eagles star inspired the Foxes to victory in the encounter, opening the scoring before Demarai Gray notched the match-winner after Pablo Fornals had levelled for the Hammers.

The victory ensured Brendan Rodgers’ men ended the year in second spot behind league leaders Liverpool after gathering 42 points from 20 games.

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The former Manchester City striker admitted the Foxes were delighted with the feat and explained it underlined their togetherness.