Wes Morgan says Claude Puel not to blame for Leicester’s shock FA Cup exit

Wes Morgan says Claude Puel should not be blamed for Leicester’s shock FA Cup defeat to Newport, despite the manager’s decision to name a weakened side.

League Two Newport – who are 74 places below Leicester in the football pyramid – stunned the Premier League side at Rodney Parade on Sunday.

Despite Leicester’s absence from Europe and exit from the Carabao Cup last month, Puel still made significant changes to the side that traveled to Wales, leaving out Jamie Vardy, Harry Maguire and Kasper Schmeichel.

However, Foxes captain Morgan – who started the match – said: „I think any criticism (of Puel) would be unfair.

„Obviously people will look at the result and judge by that, but if you look at the chances and opportunities we had, we could have won that game quite easily.

„We’ve got a good squad and the gaffer’s got the problem of finding the right balance. He’s got to give players rest and other players opportunities.

„It’s the same for every manager and every team, and I thought we were definitely strong enough.“

Puel was criticised for naming a much-changed side in the Carabao Cup game against Manchester City, which Leicester lost on penalties, and was booed by the club’s fans following the defeat to Newport.

Morgan, though, believes the minnows’ win was undeserved, explaining: „It was a difficult day and the magic of the FA Cup happened, definitely.

„I felt we played well, especially in the second half. We had loads of half-chances, some very good positions where we should score, and on another day they all go in. But it didn’t happen for us and we’re very disappointed to go out of the competition.

„I wouldn’t say they deserved it, but I don’t want to take the shine away from Newport. It’s a big day for Newport and good luck to them.“

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