Leicester fans spotted streaming out just 35 minutes into Newcastle clash as hopeless Foxes hurtle towards relegation
LEICESTER fans were seen heading for the exits just 35 minutes into their game against Newcastle.
The Foxes, who look set for relegation to the Championship, saw their dire run of form of continue at home to the Toon.
Newcastle eased their way into a 3-0 lead after a double from Jacob Murphy.
And when ex-Leicester star Harvey Barnes added a third, several supporters had seen enough.
Hundreds were picked up by Sky Sports cameras streaming towards the exits.
Commentator Seb Hutchinson said: “Here they go, maybe just a half-time drink, they will be back out in the second-half, but who knows really considering the state of affairs.”
Fans slammed the performance on social media, saying: “You know what hurts the most the lack of fight and effort no one at the club cares.”
Another added: “Just forfeit at this point.”
A third commented: “Embarrassing on all levels! On and off the pitch.”
Those who did remain in their seats for the entirety of the first-half booed off the Leicester players when the whistle went and held a banner in protest against club chief Jon Rudkin.
The home fans also showed their frustrations throughout the game often jeering when their side misplaced simple passes.
Ruud van Nistelrooy‘s side are all-but relegated as they are a whopping 15 points from safety with seven games remaining of the season.
They came into their game against Newcastle tonight on a horror run of form, failing to score in their last seven Premier League games and without victory in their previous eight.
Leicester have conceded 21 goals in the division since the last time they notched in a 2-1 win over Tottenham in January, going a huge 12 HOURS without finding the back of the net.