Manchester City, the Premier League champions, are in crisis as they try to end 2024 with a much-needed win against Leicester City on Sunday afternoon. After drawing with Everton on Boxing Day, City will look to bounce back, while Leicester will be eager to avoid a third straight home defeat after losing to Liverpool 3-1.
The game will take place at King Power Stadium on Sunday, December 29, at 02:30 pm GMT.
Leicester City vs Man City Preview
Manchester City will visit Leicester City for their 18th match of the 2024/25 Premier League season. Leicester, sitting mid-table, is looking to escape the relegation zone and will try to get points from City. However, with City struggling and sitting 12 points behind leaders Liverpool, they are unlikely to challenge for the title this season.
Leicester City Team News
Leicester will be missing Mads Hermansen due to a groin injury. Ricardo Pereira (thigh), Wilfred Ndidi (thigh), and Abdul Fatawu (knee) are also unavailable.
Man City Team News
Man City will be without key players like Rodri (ACL injury), Oscar Bobb (leg injury), and Nathan Ake (thigh injury), who won’t return until 2025. John Stones is also expected to miss out because of a foot injury, but the return of Mateo Kovacic and Nathan Ake will boost the squad. Ruben Dias will miss a few weeks, and goalkeeper Ederson is a doubt due to illness.
Leicester City vs Man City Predicted Lineups
Leicester City (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: Ward Defenders: Justin, Vestergaard, Coady, Kristiansen Midfielders: Soumare, Skipp Forwards: McAteer, Buonanotte, El Khannouss, Vardy
Man City (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: Ortega Defenders: Walker, Akanji, Ake, Gvardiol Midfielders: De Bruyne, Kovacic Forwards: Silva, Foden, Doku, Haaland
Head-to-Head Record:
In their 127 previous meetings, Leicester has won 32 times, while Manchester City has won 66. The remaining 29 matches ended in a draw.
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| April 15, 2023 | Man City 3-1 Leicester City | Premier League |
| October 29, 2022 | Leicester City 0-1 Man City | Premier League |
| December 26, 2021 | Man City 6-3 Leicester City | Premier League |
| September 11, 2021 | Leicester City 0-1 Man City | Premier League |
| August 07, 2021 | Leicester City 1-0 Man City | FA Community Shield |
Key Players to Watch:
Jamie Vardy (Leicester): The experienced striker has scored six goals and provided three assists in 16 Premier League matches this season.
Erling Haaland (Man City): Haaland continues his great form with 13 goals in 16 league games, leading the Premier League top scorer race.
Leicester City vs Man City Prediction
Leicester has struggled since their return to the Premier League, sitting just above the relegation zone. After a heavy 3-0 loss to Wolves last weekend, they will need to improve to avoid further defeats. Man City, on the other hand, has had a rough run, managing just one win in their last 13 matches and only four points from the last eight games. They will be determined to get back to winning ways. Prediction: Leicester City 1-3 Man City.
Where to Watch Leicester City vs Man City Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
|---|---|
| USA | NBC platforms |
| UK | Sky Sports |
