The Matchday 19 clash in the Premier League between Leicester City and Manchester City will take place on December 29 at the King Power Stadium. Leicester City vs. Manchester City: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Referee: Michael Oliver (England)
Matches – 14 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 72;
Average yellow cards per match – 5.1;
Red cards shown – 1;
Average fouls per match – 22;
Penalties – 0%.
Predicted lineups for Leicester City vs. Manchester City
Leicester City (4-4-2): Danny Ward – Timothy Castagne, Caglar Soyuncu, Jonny Evans, James Justin – Harvey Barnes, Youri Tielemans, Wilfred Ndidi, James Maddison – Jamie Vardy, Kelechi Iheanacho.
Manchester City (4-3-3): Ederson – Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Aymeric Laporte, Joao Cancelo – Kevin De Bruyne, Rodri, Bernardo Silva – Riyad Mahrez, Phil Foden, Erling Haaland.
Leicester City
In their last match, Leicester City managed a 2-2 draw away at Aston Villa. The Foxes have been inconsistent this season, with their defense particularly vulnerable, conceding 29 goals in 18 matches. Leicester currently sit mid-table and will be looking to secure a positive result against the reigning champions to climb the standings.
- Leicester have won 3 of their last 5 home matches in the Premier League.
- The team has scored at least two goals in 4 of their last 5 home games.
- Leicester have kept a clean sheet in 2 of their last 3 home matches against Manchester City.
Manchester City
Pep Guardiola's side comes into this match on the back of a comfortable 3-0 victory over Newcastle United. Manchester City have been dominant this season, leading the league with 42 points from 18 matches. The team has scored the most goals in the league, with Erling Haaland in superb form.
- Manchester City have won 4 of their last 5 away matches in the Premier League.
- The team has scored at least three goals in 3 of their last 4 away games.
- City have not conceded more than one goal in their last 6 away matches.
Leicester City vs. Manchester City: Match Prediction
Leicester City will aim to exploit their home advantage and Manchester City's occasional defensive lapses. However, Manchester City's attacking prowess, led by Haaland and De Bruyne, will be difficult to contain. Expect a high-paced game with opportunities for both sides to score.
Considering all factors, my prediction: Total over 3.5 goals
