Leicester Metropolis fullback Victor Kristiansen has been despatched residence early by Denmark interim boss Lars Knudsen as a consequence of his suspension within the UEFA Nations League. 

The 21-year-old performed the complete 90 minutes in a tricky tie in opposition to Spain on October 12, a match Denmark misplaced 1-0. Kristiansen picked up a reserving within the eighty fifth minute and is suspended for Denmark’s subsequent Nations League fixture in opposition to Switzerland. Contemplating the congested schedules in fashionable soccer, Knudsen determined to ship him and fellow suspended teammate Morten Hjulmand residence for some much-needed relaxation.

“They (Kristiansen and Hjulmand) journey residence, get some relaxation and prepare for what awaits of their golf equipment. In a program the place there are loads of matches and strain, I believe it’s good for them to have a psychological break infrequently.” Knudsen stated.

“They in all probability must take care of the bodily, however mentally it’s actually wholesome to get a breather. It’s good for them to have a break.”

Victor Kristiansen shall be effectively rested for the important recreation in opposition to Southampton

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That is nice information for the Foxes, who face Southampton on the St. Mary’s Stadium on October 19 in a must-win recreation for each groups. A fullback covers loads of floor throughout a recreation, and with Kristiansen prone to begin in opposition to the Saints, per week’s relaxation will guarantee he’s in prime situation for the match.

As fellow relegation candidates, each groups will deal with this match as a six-pointer. Moreover, reviews counsel that the hierarchy of each golf equipment have knowledgeable their respective managers that they’ll get sacked ought to they fail to win the sport.

Steve Cooper has loads of strain on him, however he shall be glad to see Kristiansen get some relaxation earlier than the match. The Dane has been common this season and has struggled defensively. Nonetheless, he has proven enhancements in current weeks and, as a 21-year-old, has loads of room for development.