Leicester City vs Arsenal FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Leicester City vs Arsenal FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Leicester City will face Arsenal for the second time this season in what has historically been a one-sided Premier League rivalry. This time, the Foxes will have home advantage at the King Power Stadium, hoping to defy the odds against the Gunners on February 15 at 6 p.m.

Both Leicester and Arsenal will head into this clash looking to bounce back from domestic cup disappointments—Leicester fell 2-1 to Manchester United in the FA Cup, while Arsenal were edged out by Newcastle in the EFL Cup semi finals. However, their Premier League form tells a different story. The Gunners are riding high after a stunning 5-1 demolition of Manchester City, while Leicester are licking their wounds from a heavy 4-0 defeat to Everton.  

Arsenal has been ruthless against promoted sides, winning 21 of their last 25 encounters and losing only once. Their dominance extends to the King Power Stadium, where they have won on their last three visits. Meanwhile, Leicester, under Ruud van Nistelrooy, has managed only seven points in 11 games, struggling as many predicted.

Current Standings: Arsenal sit comfortably in second place with 50 points (14 wins, 2 losses, 8 draws), keeping their title hopes alive. Meanwhile, Leicester are stuck in a relegation battle, sitting 18th with just 16 points from 4 wins and 15 defeats in 24 games. 

Head-to-Head Record: Both teams have played each other 35 times in the competition, with the Gunners coming on top 22 times to Leicester’s 5.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Leicester City Preview

Leicester face an uphill battle from now on. Leicester’s survival hopes are hanging by a thread, and against a soaring Arsenal side, their chances of an upset look slim. Worse, their  upcoming fixtures are challenging, and if they’re not careful, they could sink even further soon. So what can they do?  Leicester can look back at their last clash with Arsenal for inspiration, where they fought back from 2-0 down to level the score. But an own goal and a stoppage-time strike sealed their heartbreak.

Leicester must stay patient and focus on their defense, as Arsenal will dictate the game and can’t afford to drop points. Their game plan is clear—strike on the counter and avoid conceding set-pieces, where Arsenal thrive.

Team News 

Leicester City will be without Issahaku Fatawu and Ricardo Pereira for Saturday’s clash, while Jannik Vestergaard, Victor Kristiansen, and Jamie Vardy remain doubtful but could make a timely return to the squad.

Leicester City Probable XI - Hermansen 9GK), Faes, Justin, Thomas, Okoli, Ndidi, Soumare, El Khannouss, Ayew, De Cordova-Reid & Daka

Arsenal FC Preview

After a few shaky draws, critics questioned Arsenal’s title credentials. But they silenced all doubts in emphatic fashion, dismantling the reigning champions 5-1 at Anfield—a statement victory that reignited their charge for the crown. Facing a struggling Leicester side, the Gunners have one job—assert dominance and secure three crucial points without a hitch. 

Injuries may have hampered Arsenal’s form, but they also opened the door for rising stars. Against Manchester City, youngsters Lewis-Skelley and Nwaneri seized the moment, both finding the net. In doing so, they became the youngest players to score against the reigning champions since Wayne Rooney in 2003—a night to remember for Arsenal’s future stars. 

Team News 

Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, Ben White, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Gabriel Martinelli are expected to miss the trip to The King Power Stadium this weekend through injury. As a result, Skelley and Nwaneri will continue to get chances and will probably start in the upcoming match. 

Arsenal Probable XI - Raya (GK), Gabriel, Timber, Saliba, Partey, Odegaard, Rice, Lewis-Skelly, Trossard, Havertz & Nwaneri

LEICESTER CITY vs ARSENAL FC
Winning Prediction

With the Foxes showing little sign of improvement, anything short of a commanding Arsenal victory would be a significant surprise. Given their dominant record against Leicester, it is not surprising that almost all bookmakers favor Arsenal. Arsenal is the favorite to win the match, with odds of 1.31 compared to Leicester's 9.60 and 5.80 for a draw.

Arsenal to Win (1-3)

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