Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku both found the net as Leicester City secured a crucial 3–1 home win over Ipswich Town in their week 21 Championship fixture on Saturday evening.

The Ghanaian pair were instrumental in a high-tempo clash, continuing their fine form after starring in the midweek draw against Bristol City.

Match Recap


  • 8’ – Bobby De Cordova-Reid opened the scoring with a long-range strike.

  • 43’ – Abdul Fatawu Issahaku doubled Leicester’s lead with a composed finish.

  • 52’ – Jordan Ayew tapped home to make it 3–0, his second goal in consecutive matches.

  • 71’ – Jens-Lys Cajuste pulled one back for Ipswich, but Leicester held firm.

Issahaku lasted the full 90 minutes, while Ayew was substituted after 79 minutes, having led the line with authority.

Player Stats This Season


  • Jordan Ayew (34 years old)

    • Goals: 4

    • Assists: 1

    • Appearances: 19

  • Abdul Fatawu Issahaku (21 years old)

  • Goals: 4

  • Assists: 6

  • Appearances: 21

  • Direct Goal Involvements: 10

Significance


  • The win keeps Leicester’s promotion hopes alive, lifting them closer to the play-off positions.

  • For Ghana, the form of Ayew and Issahaku is a major boost ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both attackers showing consistency and chemistry at club level.

This game underlined how Leicester’s Ghanaian duo are becoming key pillars in the Foxes’ attack, combining experience and youthful flair to deliver results.