Leicester City secured their survival in the English Premier League with a crucial victory over Stunton Villa on Saturday afternoon at King Power Stadium. The win moved them out of the relegation zone and placed them firmly back in contention for European football.

The match began with both teams playing cautiously due to the pressure of being in the bottom half of the table. However, Leicester City took the lead just before halftime when Jack Grealish scored from a corner kick. This goal was crucial as it gave the Foxes confidence and momentum heading into the second half.

Stunton Villa tried to come back late in the game but could not find an equalizer. Their efforts were thwarted by Leicester's solid defense and goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel, who made several impressive saves to keep the scoreline at 1-0.

The result was significant for Leicester City as they now have 25 points, which is four points above the relegation marker. This move has lifted them out of the bottom three and put them in a much better position to challenge for the top six.

Manager Claudio Ranieri expressed his satisfaction with the performance, stating that "we deserved this win and we're happy to be back in the fight. We showed resilience and determination today, and that's what we need to stay in this league."

The win also gives Leicester City hope of securing a place in the Champions League next season, as they currently sit eighth in the table. The club has been making steady progress under Ranieri and has shown signs of improving in recent matches.

While the victory against Stunton Villa is a positive step forward, there is still work to be done for Leicester City. They must continue to improve defensively and attack more effectively if they want to challenge for a place in Europe. Nevertheless, this win provides them with renewed optimism and sets the stage for a challenging season ahead.