Ricardo Pereira offers a five-word message to Leicester City before of the critical Newcastle United match.
The full-back has gone to social media ahead of the Premier League showdown at St James’ Park, according to the latest Leicester City news.
Leicester City full-back Ricardo Pereira took to social media to send a message to fans before Monday night’s vital Premier League match against Newcastle United.
City come to St James’ Park desperate for points in order to keep their Premier League ambitions alive for next season. Because Everton drew with Wolves on Saturday, a point would be enough to prolong the fight to the last day of the season, though it could happen regardless, depending on Leeds’ outcome vs. West Ham.
Ricardo made his comeback from injury by beginning last week’s 3-0 loss to Liverpool, his first appearance under Dean Smith. He played for just over an hour before being replaced by Luke Thomas.
The full-back is anticipated to return to the starting lineup against Newcastle. He shared a picture of himself preparing for the game at the Seagrave training complex before of the game, with the caption: “If there’s opportunity, there’s hope.”
Ricardo’s season has been hampered by injuries thus far this season. The defender damaged his Achilles tendon in the final pre-season encounter, ruling him out until February. He returned as a late substitute in the 4-1 win over Tottenham. He subsequently appeared in seven more games before a hamstring injury forced him to miss the next four.
The 29-year-old will look to make an impact in City’s final two Premier League games as they fight for their survival. Following the game against Newcastle, City will play West Ham United at home, with the club expecting to still have a chance to save themselves.
