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Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/p>\n Marti Cifuentes picked the team as close as you could get to a perfect set up. The only question was the use of Jordan James. He was again played out of position as the top man in his double pivot. Oliver Skipp and Harry Winks played in the defensive roles, but still a good line-up for such a game.<\/p>\n We have also suggested on the basics of Marti Cifuentes playing style and approach. Patson Daka must be the player to pick. He stretches the opponents\u2019 defense with his runs.<\/p>\n Leicester started the game positively and was on the front foot from start. Abdul Fatawu, Stephy Mavididi and Patson Daka showcased excellent pace. Their balance was impressive, forcing Stoke to focus more on defensive matters than getting forward.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Leicester had a strong presence and in the 23rd minute it all exploded. Stephy Mavididi made a great shot from distance. It found the net and tested ex Leicester man Viktor Johansson in the Stoke goal. However, he never managed to get his hands on that splendidly placed firecracker. Leicester were 1-0 up.<\/p>\n Stoke had to push for an equaliser but instead Leicester utilised a major chance in the 44th minute. Abdul Fatawu delivered a splendid pass to Patson Daka. The Zambian international found the net for the first time in almost a year. Leicester were 2-0 up when the half time whistle blow.<\/p>\n Three points \ud83d\ude4c#LEISTK<\/a> | @BCGame<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/xexh9XPesM<\/a><\/p>\n\n