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Iheananacho scores first Europa League goal and bags assists to inspire Leicester City past Zorya

Kelechi Iheanacho scored his first Europa League goal and provided an assist as Leicester City secured a 3-0 victory over Zorya on Thursday.

The Nigeria international led the Foxes attack in the encounter in his first appearance in the competition and flourished as his side got off to a flying start.

The King Power Stadium outfit started the game on an impressive note, racing into the lead in the 29th minute when Iheanacho set up James Maddison for the opener.

The Super Eagles forward was again involved when he sent Harvey Barnes through on goal and the 22-year-old coolly beat goalkeeper Mykyta Shevchenko in a one-on-one situation to tuck home his effort.