James Justin’s first goal for almost two years helped Leicester down Newport but his slim World Cup hopes appear over.
The right-back was carried off in the second half of the 3-0 Carabao Cup win over the Exiles, as Jamie Vardy bagged a double to send the Foxes into the fourth round.
The right-back’s first goal since February 2021 at least gave Gareth Southgate a late reminder of his talents ahead of his squad announcement on Thursday, even if England suffered another defensive injury.
Justin, understood to be on the provisional 55-man list, became a viable option for Southgate after injuries to Reece James and Kyle Walker left them as doubts.
Despite his injury, it was a routine win for the Foxes as they avoided another shock against the Exiles.
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