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Leicester vs Newcastle
On Sunday, April 7, as part of Matchday 31 of the English Premier League, Leicester City will host Newcastle United. Kick-off is scheduled for 22:00 Moscow time. The two teams come into the match with vastly different moods and objectives: one is fighting for survival, while the other is chasing European football.
Leicester’s Form: A Complete Collapse
Leicester is enduring one of the toughest seasons in their history. After 30 rounds, the team sits 19th with 17 points, practically resigned to relegation to the Championship.
Under Ruud van Nistelrooy, the team’s performances have been dismal:
- 0-2 loss to Manchester City's reserve squad,
- 0-3 defeat at home to Manchester United,
- 0-1 loss away to Chelsea.
Leicester has failed to score in their last seven Premier League matches, and their attack is among the worst in the league. Fatawu remains sidelined with injury, but the main problem lies deeper — a complete lack of motivation and fighting spirit.
Newcastle’s Form: On Course for the Champions League
Newcastle approaches this match in high spirits, sitting 6th with 50 points. Under Eddie Howe, they continue their push for a Champions League spot and recently lifted the EFL Cup, their first major trophy since 1969.
Recent results include:
- A 2-1 win over Brentford,
- A 2-1 triumph over Liverpool in the EFL Cup final,
- A 1-0 away win against West Ham.
Newcastle’s squad has been heavily impacted by injuries: Botman, Hall, Lascelles, and Trippier are all out, while Gordon and Isak are doubtful. Nevertheless, the team consistently shows character and resilience.
Head-to-Head History
- In the first half of the season, Newcastle crushed Leicester 4-0.
- In 2023, the Magpies eliminated Leicester from the EFL Cup quarter-finals with a 2-0 win.
- Two seasons ago, Newcastle also won both league matches (3-0 and 2-0).
Leicester vs Newcastle: Prediction
Bookmakers see Newcastle as the clear favorite:
- Newcastle win — odds 1.55,
- Leicester win — odds 6.50,
- Draw — odds 4.40.
Despite their injury concerns and potential absence of Isak and Gordon, Newcastle is highly likely to continue their winning run. Leicester appears mentally broken, their attack is paralyzed, and an upset seems highly unlikely.
Recommended Bet: Newcastle to win and Total Under 2.5 goals at odds of approximately 2.23.
