With a 3-0 victory over Preston North End on Monday night, Leicester City completed the Championship, capping an incredible comeback to the Premier League.
Recall that following Leeds’ loss at QPR on Friday, the Foxes earned a spot in the Premier League.
Leicester had the advantage they needed heading into their Monday night match, where they won flawlessly to win the Championship, thanks to the outcome of Leeds’ match against QPR.
Club legend Jamie Vardy spearheaded the attack with a brace, while Kasey McAteer’s close-range goal helped Leicester coast to a stress-free win in an otherwise disappointing season.
Despite being accused of breaking the Profit and Sustainability Rules, Leicester is thrilled to be back in the Premier League after being demoted the previous year.
As a result, Leicester now leads the Championship table by seven points, with less games left than Leeds and Ipswich, who are tied for second place.
Leicester has now won eight Championship titles overall, surpassing Manchester City’s record in the English second division.
With 97 league points, the Foxes take on Blackburn Rovers in an attempt to surpass the 100-point mark and raise the Championship trophy in front of their supporters at King Power Stadium.
