Marcelino Núñez shines with two goals as Ipswich defeats Leicester in EFL Cup

Ipswich Town advanced to the third round of the EFL Cup after a commanding 3-1 victory over Leicester City, with Chilean midfielder Marcelino Núñez starring in the match. Núñez, who started the game, netted two goals that sealed his team's progression in the competition.

The home side opened the scoring in the 62nd minute through Sindre Walle Egeli. However, Leicester City quickly responded, with Olabade Aluko finding the equalizer in the 67th minute. The advantage was restored for Ipswich when Núñez struck a shot from mid-distance in the 71st minute.

Núñez then sealed the win and his team's qualification with a spectacular long-range effort from midfield in the 90+1st minute. This impressive performance follows Ipswich's recent success in their Premier League debut against Sunderland.

With their place in the next round secured, Ipswich Town now awaits the draw for the third round. The team's focus will soon shift to their upcoming Premier League fixture against Manchester United, scheduled for August 30.