Manchester United’s Noussair Mazraoui, Chelsea’s Moisés Caicedo, and Crystal Palace’s Daniel Muñoz have overtaken Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi as the top tacklers in the Premier League. Ndidi, who was previously leading with 32 tackles by matchday eight, has now tallied 36 tackles. However, Mazraoui has taken the lead with 39 tackles, followed closely by Caicedo and Muñoz, each with 38.
Ndidi played the full match in Leicester’s recent 3-0 loss to Manchester United, leaving Leicester in 15th place, just three points clear of relegation. With this result, manager Steve Cooper will be relying on Ndidi’s experience to help Leicester avoid the drop as the season progresses. Ndidi is also expected to join the Super Eagles squad soon for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin and Rwanda.
Editorial
Wilfred Ndidi’s fall from the top of the Premier League tackling chart reminds us that in a competitive league, maintaining leadership requires consistent effort and adaptability. As Mazraoui, Caicedo, and Muñoz surge ahead, Ndidi’s position still highlights his influence as a defensive anchor. Leicester will heavily depend on Ndidi’s skills as they strive to secure their position in the league and avoid relegation.
Despite the current standings, Ndidi’s reliability on the field is a testament to his professionalism and tenacity. For Leicester and the Super Eagles alike, Ndidi’s role is invaluable, and his contributions extend beyond statistics. As Leicester navigates the season’s challenges, Ndidi’s defensive strength remains crucial, both in club football and on the international stage.
Did You Know?
- Wilfred Ndidi joined Leicester City in 2017 from Belgian side Genk and has since become a key player for the team.
- Ndidi is known for his high defensive work rate, often ranking among the top tacklers and interceptors in the Premier League.
- Noussair Mazraoui, now leading the Premier League in tackles, joined Manchester United from Bayern Munich in the summer.
- Moisés Caicedo became Chelsea’s record signing earlier this season, a move aimed at strengthening their midfield.
- The Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers for Nigeria will take place early next year, with Ndidi expected to be a central figure in the team’s lineup.
