Leicester go second with impressive win at Tottenham

Jamie Vardy’s penalty and a Toby Alderweireld own goal saw Brendan Rodgers get one over his former mentor

Jamie Vardy scored Leicester’s opener. Picture: Andy Rain/PA

Leicester validated their position in the Premier League title race with a 2-0 win at hapless Tottenham.

Jose Mourinho’s men were seen as the main challengers to Liverpool after a promising start to the season, but they were second best in a limp display in north London.