Leicester City vs Brighton Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds
Fabian Hurzeler eyes penetrating into the top four with a win over the Foxes.
Matchweek 15 of the Premier League fixtures takes us to the King Power Stadium where Leicester City are set to lock horns against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Leicester City currently sit 16th in the Premier League standings, fighting to stabilize their season after a challenging start. Their most recent fixture saw them earn a morale-boosting victory against West Ham United in a thrilling encounter. The Foxes showcased attacking prowess, with Jamie Vardy, El Khannous, and Patson Daka finding the net to secure a vital three points.
Despite their early struggles, Leicester’s performances have demonstrated resilience, particularly against formidable opponents, avoiding heavy defeats even against the league’s top teams. Now, with momentum on their side, Leicester will aim to capitalize on home advantage as they prepare to host Brighton & Hove Albion at the King Power Stadium, seeking another crucial win to climb further away from the relegation zone.
Brighton & Hove Albion have enjoyed an impressive start to the Premier League season, currently sitting 5th in the table with six wins from 13 matches and only two losses so far. Under the guidance of Fabian Hürzüler, the Seagulls appear resolute in their quest to secure a top-four finish and a historic UEFA Champions League qualification.
Following their gritty victory over Bournemouth despite being reduced to ten men, Brighton had to settle for a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Southampton in their most recent outing. Determined to regain their winning momentum, they now turn their focus to their upcoming clash against Leicester City, aiming to solidify their position among the league’s elite.
Kick-off:
Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 7:30 PM IST
Venue: King Power Stadium, Leicester, UK
Form:
Leicester (in all competitions): W-L-L-L-D
Brighton (in all competitions): D-W-W-L-L
Players to watch out for:
Jannik Vestergaard (Leicester City)
Jannik Vestergaard, the 32-year-old Danish centre-back hailing from Hvidovre, has built a distinguished career across multiple European clubs, including Borussia Mönchengladbach, Southampton, and Werder Bremen, before making his move to Leicester City in 2021. Since joining the Foxes, Vestergaard has been a pillar of reliability, remaining loyal to the club through both prosperous and challenging times.
He played a pivotal role in Leicester City‘s triumph in the 2023-24 EFL Championship, a feat that earned him a well-deserved place in the PFA Team of the Year. On the international stage, Vestergaard has been a key contributor to Denmark’s national team, scoring three goals in 51 appearances. His most recent goal came in a friendly against Norway. As Leicester prepare for their upcoming match against Brighton, Vestergaard will be eager to maintain his defensive solidity and help his team secure a crucial clean sheet.
Danny Welbeck (Brighton)
Danny Welbeck, the 34-year-old seasoned English centre-forward from Manchester, has enjoyed an illustrious career with notable stints at Manchester United, Arsenal, Sunderland, and Watford before joining Brighton and Hove Albion in 2020. Since his arrival at Brighton, Welbeck has been a reliable presence, making 122 appearances and netting 29 goals for the Seagulls.
Once heralded as one of England’s brightest young talents, Welbeck contributed significantly to Arsenal’s success, including their triumph in the FA Community Shield in 2017. Now an experienced campaigner, he is poised to play a crucial role in Brighton’s ambitious push for a Champions League spot in the upcoming season, leveraging his vast Premier League experience to guide the team forward.
Match Facts:
- Leicester have a 41% win accuracy over their opponent.
- Brighton won two of their last five matches.
- Leicester lost three of their last five matches.
Leicester City vs Brighton: Betting Tips and Odds:
- Brighton to win the match – 8/11 with bet365
- Danny Welbeck to score first – 11/2 with vBet
- Leicester 1-3 Brighton : 12/1 with William Hill
Injuries and Team News:
For Leicester, Jakub Stolarczyk and Bobby Cordova-Reid are set to miss the upcoming game.
For the Seagulls, Ferdi Kadioglu and Solly March will be absent due to injury concerns.
Head To Head stats:
Total matches – 34
Leicester won – 14
Brighton won – 12
Matches drawn – 08
Predicted Lineup:
Leicester predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):
Hermansen (GK); Justin, Coady, Vestergaard, Kristiansen; Ndidi, Soumare; McAteer, Buoanotte, El Khannouss; Vardy
Brighton predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Verbruggen (GK); Lamptey, van Hecke, Igor, Estupinan; Rutter, O’Riley, Ayari, Mitoma; Wellbeck, Pedro
Match Prediction:
Leicester are coming after a recent victory over the Hammers and their morale will be very high. Despite all of these, we expect the Seagulls to clinch an easy victory over the Foxes in an entertaining clash.
Prediction: Leicester 1-3 Brighton
Telecast Details:
India: Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar
UK: Sky Sports, TNT Sports
USA: NBC Sports
Nigeria: SuperSport, NTA, Sporty TV
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