Desperate for a Turnaround: Will Leicester Roar Back or Crumble Again Against the Magpies?
Leicester City vs Newcastle United Premier League Prediction Match Details
Round 31 of the Premier League concludes at the King Power Stadium as relegation-threatened Leicester City welcomes Newcastle United on Monday night. Can the Magpies build on momentum? Find out the match preview and prediction in the article below.
Leicester City Preview & Form
Leicester City has suffered a miserable return to the top flight, with the Foxes only win in the New Year against Tottenham Hotspur in February. The Foxes' decision to part ways with former boss Steve Cooper earlier in the season and appoint Ruud Van Nistelrooy has proven wrong. The Dutch tactician has now lost 14 of his 17 Premier League games since taking charge in the King Power Stadium dugout. Ruud van Nistelrooy’s team, who have now lost each of their last seven Premier League matches without scoring a goal, are getting close to a return to the second tier next season. Currently they sit 19th in the Premier League with 17 points from 30 games, 15 adrift of safety with eight games to go.
Ruud van Nistelrooy’s team has been terrible on their home soil, having lost each of their last seven Premier League games without scoring a goal in each of the games. The Foxes will be hoping to end their miserable record, as no Premier League team has ever lost eight home games in a row without scoring.
Van Nistelrooy’s Hopes For Newcastle Clash.
Newcastle United Preview & Form
Newcastle United will come into this weekend in a great hunt for a return to Champions League football next season, although they have already guaranteed European football next season after ending their 70-year wait for a major domestic trophy by winning the Carabao Cup silverware before the international break. The Magpies will feel confident heading to the King Power Stadium, having won each of their last two Premier League games. During their midweek game, Eddie Howe's side claimed a narrow 2-1 victory over Brentford at St. James Park to continue their Champions League hunt. Currently, they sit fifth in the Premier League table with 50 points from 29 games.
Eddie Howe's side has now bounced back from back-to-back away defeats against Manchester City and Liverpool by claiming a 1-0 win against West Ham at the London Stadium. The London victory has now seen them win five of their last seven Premier League matches.
Alexander Isak faces a late fitness test for a groin injury.
Leicester City vs Newcastle United Predicted Lineups
Leicester City: Hermansen (GK); Faes, Coady, Thomas; Justin, Ndidi, Soumare, Kristiansen; Daka, El Khannouss; Vardy
Newcastle United: Pope (GK); Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento; Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton; Murphy, Isak, Barnes
Leicester City vs Newcastle United H2H Record (Last Five Games)
Newcastle 4-0 Leicester
Newcastle 0-0 Leicester
Newcastle 2-0 Leicester
Leicester 0-3 Newcastle
Newcastle 2-1 Leicester
In their recent encounters, Newcastle United has held the upper hand over Leicester City. Here's a summary of their last five meetings:
Dec 14, 2024 - Premier League: Newcastle United 4 - 0 Leicester City
May 22, 2023 - Premier League: Newcastle United 0 - 0 Leicester City
January 11, 2023 - EFL Cup: Newcastle United 2 - 0 Leicester City
December 26, 2022 - Premier League: Leicester City 0 - 3 Newcastle United
April 17, 2022 - Premier League: Newcastle United 2 - 1 Leicester City
Over these five fixtures, Newcastle United has achieved four wins, and there has been one draw. This recent record indicates Newcastle's relative dominance in the fixture.
Leicester City vs Newcastle United Prediction Betting Tips
Newcastle is the clear favorite to win the game at King Power Stadium, considering their good form and the Foxes' miserable run of form. So we predict a win for the Magpies
Bet:
- Newcastle to Win
- Over 2.5 Goals
- Isak to Score at Anytime
