Sheffield United withstood a fierce second-half fightback to edge a dramatic 3-2 Championship victory at Leicester, after racing into a 3-0 lead by half-time. Former Foxes striker Tom Cannon struck inside the second minute, Jairo Riedewald diverted in a Callum O'Hare shot soon after, and Sydie Peck's outstanding volley capped a ruthless first-half display from Chris Wilder's side.
Stephy Mavididi's header and a thumping long-range effort from Jordan James transformed the mood after the break and set up a frantic finale, but Sheffield United clung on to claim a third successive league win and move out of the relegation zone. For Leicester and under-pressure head coach Marti Cifuentes, another damaging defeat, coupled with ongoing uncertainty over a potential points deduction, raised further questions about a season that remains clouded on and off the pitch.
Four Minutes of Chaos Leave Foxes Reeling
The tone of the afternoon was set almost immediately. Just 64 seconds had elapsed when Leicester turned over possession and Sheffield United pounced. Mavididi surrendered the ball, Luke Thomas was beaten down the flank by Femi Seriki, and when the ball broke to Callum O'Hare his shot was blocked by Harry Winks. The loose ball fell perfectly for Cannon, who needed no second invitation to finish from close range against the club that sold him in January.