Form Guide and Team Overview
Leicester City find themselves in a precarious position, having lost nine of their last ten Premier League matches. Their recent form has seen them struggle defensively, conceding multiple goals in each defeat.
Brentford’s recent league form has been highly inconsistent, with two wins in their last five outings. However, their ability to grind out results away from home has been a key feature of their campaign.
Leicester’s latest five EPL matches
- Leicester 0-2 Arsenal
- Everton 4-0 Leicester
- Spurs 1-2 Leicester
- Leicester 0-2 Fulham
- Leicester 0-2 Crystal Palace
Brentford’s latest five EPL matches
- West Ham 0-1 Brentford
- Brentford 0-2 Spurs
- Crystal Palace 1-2 Brentford
- Brentford 0-2 Liverpool
- Brentford 2-2 Man City
Leicester's key strength lies in their attacking prowess, particularly through Jamie Vardy, but their defensive frailties have been their undoing.
Brentford's strength is their disciplined defence and ability to counter-attack effectively, though they sometimes struggle to maintain possession against high-pressing teams.
Head-to-Head Record
In their last five encounters, Leicester have had the upper hand with two wins, while Brentford have managed one victory. The remaining two matches ended in draws, indicating a closely contested rivalry.
- Brentford 4-1 Leicester (30 Nov 2024)
- Brentford 1-1 Leicester (18 Mar 2023)
- Leicester 2-2 Brentford (7 Aug 2022)
- Leicester 2-1 Brentford (20 Mar 2022)
- Brentford 1-2 Leicester (24 Oct 2021)
Injury and Suspension Report
Leicester will be without Ricardo Pereira (hamstring) and Abdul Fatawu (Achilles), while James Justin is an injury doubt (foot).
Brentford faces a more significant injury crisis with Josh Dasilva, Igor Thiago, Gustavo Nunes, Rico Henry, and Aaron Hickey all sidelined. These absences may force Brentford to rely on their squad depth and adjust their tactical approach.
Predicted Line-ups and Tactical Setup
Leicester (4-2-3-1): Hermansen; Faes, Okoli, Kristiansen, Justin; Ndidi, Soumaré; El Khannouss, De Cordova-Reid, Ayew; Vardy.
Brentford (4-3-3): Flekken; Ajer Van den Berg, Collins, Lewis Potter; Nørgaard, Janelt, Damsgaard; Mbeumo, Wissa, Schade.
Leicester will likely focus on exploiting Brentford's weakened defence with quick transitions and Vardy's pace. Brentford may adopt a more conservative approach, looking to hit Leicester on the break with Mbeumo and Wissa's speed.
Key Battles and Players to Watch
- Jamie Vardy vs Nathan Collins: Vardy's movement and finishing will test Collin's defensive capabilities.
- Wilfred Ndidi vs. Christian Nørgaard: A midfield battle that could dictate the game's tempo.
- Bryan Mbeumo vs. Victor Kristiansen: Mbeumo's dribbling and pace against Kristiansen's defensive acumen.
What to Expect and Match Prediction
Expect a tightly contested affair with Leicester pushing to break their losing streak. Brentford's counter-attacking threat could pose problems for Leicester's defence. A cagey start might give way to an open second half as both teams seek crucial points.
Prediction: Leicester 1-1 Brentford
Fun Fact and Trivia
Jamie Vardy has scored in each of Leicester's last three home games against Brentford, making him a player to watch in this fixture.
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