How Steve Cooper’s subtle early tweak had big impact as ranting Wout Faes thwarts problem
Talking points from Leicester City’s 1-0 win over Bournemouth, looking at Cooper’s reaction, how the lead was defended, Wout Faes, Facundo Buonanotte, and the value of victories
It did not feel like Steve Cooper was willing to afford himself even the slightest sigh of relief over Leicester City’s first Premier League victory of the season.
Only a fortnight ago, there were smatterings of boos as City failed to beat Everton. Only 10 days ago, there were chants of “Cooper, sort it out!” at Walsall. There’s been a growing tension and anger in the stands, with much of the fury directed at the manager. Given all that, Cooper would be forgiven for savouring his first lot of three points.
But the full-time celebrations were muted. Cooper was keen to express that one win does not make a successful tenure. Many, many more are needed for that.
“I’ve got to build trust here,” he said. “It’s clear I’ve got work to do in terms of people really believing in me. I’m absolutely fine with that. I know that’s part of the job.”
