Tuesday 15 March 2016 19:49, UK
Leicester winger Marc Albrighton has praised the predatory instincts of Shinji Okazaki, who scored the Foxes winner in the 1-0 victory over Newcastle on Monday.
The 29-year-old scored a brilliant overhead-kick to clinch the win and restore Leicester's five-point lead at the top of the Premier League.
While Leicester's surprise title challenge has been led by Jamie Vardy and Riyad Mahrez, the Japan international has been one of a number of players to make a big impression.
"He's always there in the penalty or six-yard box. He's scored a couple of scrappy goals this season but that was definitely up there with one of the best this season," Albrighton told Leicester's official website.
"The skill and technique involved in his finish was superb so credit to him. He's been terrific for us this season and the goals are coming with it."
While Leicester were not at their fluent best, Claudio Ranieri's side held their nerve against a well organised Newcastle team looking to impress new boss Rafa Benitez.
"It was quite a scrappy game and it wasn't the best that we've played this season," Albrighton said. "I thought Newcastle gave a good account of themselves - they stuck in the game.
"They made it difficult for us but at this stage of the season the most important thing about a football match is the result and we managed to get all three points today which was crucial.
"One-nil is always a difficult scoreline because the other team always feels like they've got the chance to get back in it. One chance or bit of luck can put you on level terms and it could swing their way.
"It's not a nice scoreline but we dug in and I thought our game management towards the end was superb."
