Southampton vs Leicester City Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Premier League, October 19, 2024

Southampton vs Leicester City Preview

• Tournament: Premier League
• Date: Saturday,  October 19
• Kick-off Time: 02:00 pm GMT
• Venue: St. Mary’s Stadium, Southampton.

Premier League 2024-25 is set to resume, with matchday 8 set to kick-off. Two of the struggling sides, Southampton FC and Leicester City are getting ready for a face-off, with a mission to regain form after this international break.

Hosts Southampton FC are having one of the worst starts in this year’s Premier League, standing at spot 19, only above the last one for their goal difference. The side is yet to win a game, and have lost every outing, except for a draw against Ipswich Town at home, two matchdays prior.

Leicester City FC have also blown cold since the start of the season in the English top flight. The Foxes have only won once in the league since their promotion to the EPL. However, they did manage three draws and are out of the relegation race for the time being.

Southampton Team News

Southampton FC only have two injured players, as per the latest reports. 22-year-old goalie Gavin Bazunu is out till the end of this year, with an Achilles tendon rupture. Midfielder Will Smallbone is also out with a knee injury. There are no suspensions to worry about.

Leicester City Team News

Leicester City are reportedly having zero injuries, or suspension issues to worry about. This implies that the squad will be fully available under Steve Cooper.

Southampton vs Leicester City Predicted Lineups

Southampton Predicted Lineup

Goalkeeper: Ramsdale

Defenders: Sugawara, Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Taylor

Midfielders: Downes, Ugochukwu, Dibling, Aribo, Diaz

Forwards: Archer

Leicester City predicted lineup

Goalkeeper: Hermansen

Defenders: Justin, Faes, Okoli, Kristiansen

Midfielders: Ndidi, Winks, El Khannouss

Forwards: Mavididi, Ayew, Vardy

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Head-to-Head Record

Southampton and Leicester City have met a total of 46 times. Southampton won 16 of these past meets, while 18 were won by Leicester City, and 12 games ended in a draw. Records indicate that both sides have faced a fierce rivalry.

Key Players to Watch in Southampton vs Leicester City

Jan Bednarek (Southampton)

The defender has started in all games for Southampton, being a tough guard in the back line. He has often been on the receiving end. Now, it’s time for him to change the charge. He needs to be well-versed about the attack line of Leicester City. 

His error-free clearances will be crucial. He has been a warrior for over 200 games at Southampton, and he needs to take responsibilities to change things now.

Jamie Vardy (Leicester City)

The veteran Leicester City captain is showing no signs of slowing down. He has played in every game of the PL for the Foxes this season, and even scored two goals, including one against the mighty Tottenham Hotspur.

Now, it’s time to show who he is again. He is trusted by the coach and will be expected to net one against the weak defense of Southampton FC.

Southampton vs Leicester City Prediction

Both Southampton and Leicester City are having a tough time in the Premier League. So it is expected from both the clubs to not leave the ground with less effort. However, owing to better form, superior players, and lethal attack, Leicester City are expected to win this game.

Predicted Score: Southampton 0-1 Leicester City

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