Leicester City manager Steve Cooper has criticised the standard of refereeing in the Premier League after his side fell to a controversial 2-1 home defeat to Chelsea. Cooper was upset when Leicester were not given a penalty in the second half when former Leicester defender Wesley Fofana collide with substitute Stephy Mavididi inside the box.

Leicester City boss Steve Cooper was highly critical of referee Andrew Madley after his side's 2-1 defeat by Chelsea. He thought they should have had a penalty late on at 2-0 when Levi Colwill appeared to bring down Stephy Mavididi - but it was not given.

Leicester City have confirmed they have sacked manager Steve Cooper. The 44-year-old took charge for the final time on. Saturday, with the Foxes beaten at home by Chelsea in the Premier League. We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

Steve Cooper succeeded Enzo Maresca at Leicester City in the summer but with just two Premier League wins, the Foxes have decided to part ways with their manager

The Leicester boss was furious with Andy Madley’s officiating, specifically the decision not to award his side a late penalty.

Leicester City boss Steve Cooper was highly critical of referee Andrew Madley after his side's 2-1 defeat to Chelsea.

Leicester City have sacked Steve Cooper following their 2-1 defeat to Chelsea on Saturday. A statement from Leicester on Sunday read: ‘Leicester City Football Club has parted company with Steve Cooper,

Leicester City manager Steve Cooper did not hold back in his criticism of Premier League officiating following his side’s 2-1 loss to Chelsea.