PREMIER LEAGUE: Brendan Rodgers expresses optimism over Leicester City's performances

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has expressed optimism over his team’s future performances.

This is coming after the foxes lost on a penalty shootout to Anfield giants Liverpool. The result was a big heartbreak, particularly bearing in mind that Leicester City were far ahead for major parts of the game.

Details of the game

For most of the Carabao Cup encounter, Leicester had a two goal, Cusson against Liverpool. However, all was lost at the sound of the final whistle. The game was taken to extra time and penalties.

Liverpool's goal keeper on the night produced a sensational display, by stopping two spot kicks from the Leicester City side.

What next for Leicester City

Asides the pain associated with the loss, Leicester City also had causes for concern in terms of injuries sustained. Vardy battled with a hamstring throughout the game.

Defender Soyuncu and Ricardo were also forced off no thanks to injuries sustained during the game. Giving them less options on their next encounter against Manchester City.

Leicester have a great head-to-head record against Manchester City. However, that would count for nothing as City are looking a different team this season..

Overview

If the Foxes desire to get a result out of the game against City, they would have to be on their thinking caps.

With this injury, it only makes the encounter tougher for the Brendan Rodger's men. However, only time would reveal if they prove to be up to the task.