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Sporting CP coach Jorge Jesus happy for Slimani after Leicester heroics

Sporting CP coach Jorge Jesus was happy to hear of Islam Slimani scoring against Porto last night.

Ex-Sporting striker Slimani scored for Leicester City in victory over Champions League opponents Porto last night.

Upon learning of Slimani's efforts, Jorge Jesus remarked after victory over Legia Warsaw: "It's what he's used to doing, goals. He has grown and will continue to grow.

"I am happy because he is a former player and I like him immensely.

"It gives me a great satisfaction when he scores goals against any team. The more goals he gets, I'm satisfied."

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