Leicester City vs Wolves Lineups, Preview, Prediction and Team News | Premier League, December 22, 2024

Leicester City vs Wolves Preview

• Tournament: Premier League
• Date: Sunday, Dec 22
• Kick-off Time: 2:00 pm GMT
• Venue: King Power Stadium

In the 17th round of the Premier League, their two teams will face each other who are currently in the relegation battle. It’s a faceoff between Leicester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday at the King Power Stadium. Wolves will be under new management after Gary O’Neil was sacked last weekend after their fourth defeat to bring in Vitor Pereira as the new manager.

Wolves are currently in the 19th position with two wins, 11 losses, and three draws. They come into this game after a defeat against Ipswich Town as a 94th-minute goal from Jack Taylor. The new manager would be looking to end their losing streak of four games. The last three of the four defeats came against teams, currently in the bottom seven.

On the other hand, Ruud Van Nistelrooy‘s Leicester City would be a bit low on confidence as they come into this game after being thrashed 0-4 by Newcastle United last week. Former Manchester United interim manager had a good start to his Leicester City career taking four points from his two games. The games were with the likes of West Ham United and Brighton. These four points have helped them come out of the relegation zone as they are currently in the 17th position with three wins, eight losses, and five draws.

Leicester City Team News

There would be a bit of concern for Nistelrooy after Mads Hermansen was forced off at half time last week as his substitute Danny Ward has not convinced the boss and the fans. They have a decent list of injuries with Wilfred Ndidi edging closer to a return. The team will be without the services of Facundo Buonanotte, Ricardo Pereira and Odsonne Edouard will remain doubtful.

Wolves Team News

In comparison to the foxes, the Wolves have a long list of injuries and is a headache for the new manager. Al Nouri is suspended for this game after receiving a red card in the last game. Wolves will also be without the services of Jose Sa and Boubacar Traore and Pablo Sarabia are close to comebacks from injury.

Leicester City vs Wolves Predicted Lineups

Leicester City Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Ward

Defenders: Justin, Vestergaard, Coady, Kristiansen

Midfielders: Soumare, Skipp, Buonanotte

Attackers: McAteer, El Khannouss, Vardy

Wolves Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)

Goalkeeper: Johnstone

Defenders: Nelson Semedo, Bueno, Toti

Midfielders: Doherty, Andre, Lemina, R Gomes

Attackers: Joao Gomes, Cunha, Strand Larsen

Leicester City vs Wolves H2H Record

Both the teams have faced each other 14 times and out of which Leicester City have won six games while Wolves have won four wins. Four matches have ended in a draw.

Key Players to Watch Out in Leicester City vs Wolves

Jamie Vardy (Leicester City)

The English striker will be expected to play a crucial role in the game against Wolves. He was a key factor why the foxes were able to return to the first division. Vardy delivered an outstanding performance against West Ham in Van Nistelrooy’s debut game and has bagged six goals and three assists in 13 appearances so far.

Matheus Cunha (Wolves)

The Brazilian has been the most brightest spot for the English club despite being in a poor form. He has so far scored eight goals and three assists in the Premier League so far. He will be one of the key elements the new manager would be eager to cash on to bring Wolves on the right track.

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Leicester City vs Wolves Prediction

The Wolves will be eager to get back on track as their look good in attack with the presence of Matheus Cunha, Strand Larsen, Bellegarde. Nistelrooy will also be look to return to winning ways and will be an interesting game to watch for the fans.

Prediction: Leicester City 2-1 Wolves

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