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'Two points less!' - Ranieri still eyeing 40 points despite Christmas top spot

Claudio Ranieri has continued to insist Leicester City's target is 40 points despite sealing top spot at Christmas.

Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri says his side has two points to go to reach its target for the season after a dramatic 3-2 win at Everton on Saturday ensured the Foxes will be top of the Premier League at Christmas.

Five of the last six sides to hold top spot at Christmas have gone on to win the title, but the 64-year-old continues to insist his target is reaching 40 points and guaranteeing survival.

Asked how it felt to have 38 points and be top of the table, he said to Sky Sports: "Two less!