Wilfred Ndidi believes Leicester City should focus on the positives from their performance against Arsenal despite a 2-0 loss at King Power Stadium on Saturday.
“It was a difficult game, quite a tough game,” Ndidi said. “We stayed on it until they scored the first goal. We knew we were still on it. We were just unlucky that we conceded that first one. We were together, stayed compact and everyone was in it.”
Mikel Merino’s late double secured victory for the visitors, but Leicester matched their title-chasing opponents for much of the contest with a disciplined defensive display. Ndidi acknowledged the frustration of conceding twice but remained optimistic.
“We’re a bit gutted because we conceded two and we should have stayed more in the game. That was the only thing. It was unlucky. Overall, we are pleased with the performance until they scored the goal.”
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The Foxes also looked to create chances on the break, with Ndidi himself going close twice in the first half. With a crucial home game against Brentford coming up on Friday, he emphasized the importance of carrying forward the positives.
“Of course, we know they are very good at keeping the ball and positioning and trying to get at us, so we tried to stick together and break on the counter. That’s why when we got the ball, we went forward quickly. We knew the game plan and we stuck to it.
“It’s just something that we need to take into the next one. Everyone is in it and we know the position that we are in at the moment. We did well to be honest, playing against a tough team. I think it’s just that we have to take the positives forward to the next game.”
The Nigeria international, who recently returned from injury, also provided an update on his fitness after playing back-to-back games.
“I feel great and amazing,” he said. “There’s lot of games coming up so I need to look after myself and keep going.”
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