Sunderland vs Leicester City: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :March 3, 2024 at 6:31 PM

Modified at :March 3, 2024 at 6:31 PM

In the past four matches, Sunderland have failed to win

Sunderland have suffered a disappointing season so far with the team languishing in 10 position after a poor run of form has impacted their results. The last four matches have seen a dip in confidence in the players, and Mike Dodds has so far failed to turn the tide after replacing Michael Beale, who lost the job following poor performances. With their top scorer out injured at the moment, their progress has been hindered by injuries after they started the season in brilliant form.

With Leicester City currently at the top of the Championship, they have a lot to work on after just one win in their last four matches. With Ipswich closing the gap to three points , Enzo Maresca will need to start winning games in order to be direct entry into the Premier League next season. In addition to being in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup, the Foxes also defeated Premier League side Bournemouth to set up a match with Chelsea.

Kick-Off:

Wed, 6 March 2024 at 1:15 AM IST

Location: Stadium of Light

Form:

Sunderland (in all competitions): L-L-L-L-W

Leicester City (in all competitions): L-W-L-L-W

Player to Watch

Jobe Bellingham (Sunderland)

Having joined Sunderland from Birmingham City earlier this season, Joe Bellingham has been impressive for the club. With 5 goals for Sunderland this season, he has caught the attention of many clubs who are interested in him. His passing makes the team tick and he assists in creating chances for the team. In addition, he plays a crucial role for the side on the defensive side, showing that he is more than capable of fulfilling that role.

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (Leicester City)

Dewsbury-Hall is the top scorer in Leicester City’s game this season, scoring 10 goals and laying down 12 assists in the process. In a team, he leads the team in both departments, which is a rare sign. It highlights his importance to the Foxes team as he has always been in top form. As a result of his goal scoring exploits this season, he will likely be a contender for the player of the year award.

Match Facts

Sunderland have lost the last four matches in a row
Leicester City suffered a defeat in the last match against QPR
Sunderland have failed to keep a clean sheet in the last 10 matches

Injury and Team News

There are several players out on the injury table at the moment who have been a big miss for Sunderland this season: Alese, Dack, Evans, Cirkin, Huggins, Clarke and Roberts.

Leicester City have just one injury issue at the moment with Ndidi currently sidelined with a leg injury.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches- 8

Sunderland- 1

Leicester City- 5

Draw- 2

Predicted lineup for Sunderland vs Leicester City

Sunderland Predicted lineup (3-4-3):

Patterson; Seelt, O’Nien, Hjelde; Hume, Ekwah, Neil, Styles; Bellingham, Semedo, Mundle

Leicester City Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Hermansen; Choudhury, Faes, Nelson, Justin; Winks, Praet; Issahaku, Dewsbury-Hall, Mavididi; Daka

Match Prediction for Sunderland vs Leicester City

Neither team has performed well in the last couple of matches. With Sunderland struggling at the moment, Leicester should fancy their chances of taking all three points. Recent meetings between the teams suggest Leicester City has the upper hand.

Prediction: Sunderland 1-2 Leicester City

Telecast for Sunderland vs Leicester City

India – FanCode

UK – Sky Sports

US – ESPN+

Nigeria – No Telecast

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