Nigeria, July 1 -- Nigeria international Kelechi Iheanacho scored his first Premier League goal of the year on Wednesday night but it was not enough as Leicester City went down to a 2-1 defeat against Everton at the Goodison Park.

It was Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi that were on the starting lineups for Everton and Leicester City respectively but five minutes after coming in the second half, Iheanacho made his presence felt.

Carlo Ancelotti's men had a bright start in the midweek clash as they shot into the lead with a lovely goal from Richarlison after just 10 minutes.

Lucas Digne combined well with Anthony Gordon down the left and the youngster's low cross was swept home by the Brazilian.

The wait for a second goal was not long with...