Russell Martin’s brave Leicester City call pays off as gloom lifts slightly

Leicester City secured a 2-1 victory over Doncaster Rovers after manager Russell Martin switched to an unfamiliar 3-5-2 system for the first time in the league this season. John Lundstram opened the scoring with a volley before half-time, and Brighton loanee Kamari Doyle doubled the lead with his first goal for the club. Doncaster pulled one back late via a Warren O’Hora own goal, but Leicester held on.

Leicestershire Live reports that Martin's tactical shift to a back three provided defensive solidity despite the late concession. The system allowed midfielders Lundstram, Doyle, and Louis Page to dominate, while striker Emil Riis earned strong praise from Martin after the match for leading the forward line despite missing a clear goalscoring opportunity.