Football Prediction | Leicester City vs Liverpool | English Premier League | April 20 – Are the Foxes Ready to Trip the Title-Chasing Reds or Just Another Roadkill?

The Premier League continues with Leicester City taking on title challengers Liverpool at the King Power Stadium on Sunday, April 20. The Reds are expected to take all three points against a struggling Leicester side whose defensive vulnerabilities may be exposed by Liverpool’s relentless attack.

Leicester City vs Liverpool Form Guide

Leicester City

Leicester have shown spirit in coming back from losing positions and protecting a lead when ahead. However, their tactical shortcomings are evident. They struggle to keep possession, are weak at finishing chances, and have major issues defending set pieces and counter attacks. Defending through balls and wing-based attacks also remains a serious concern.

Liverpool

Jürgen Klopp’s side enters this match in top form with a powerful front line and creative midfield. Liverpool are lethal on the counter, finish chances clinically, and attack down the wings with purpose. Their possession-based play, use of short passes, and organized offside trap keep opponents under constant pressure. Defending through balls remains one of the few areas to improve. 

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Leicester City vs Liverpool Key Battles:

Jamie Vardy vs Mohamed Salah

Vardy leads the line for Leicester with 7 goals, using his pace and instinct to find the net. Salah, with 27 goals, remains Liverpool’s talisman and is expected to be a major threat cutting in from the right.

Stephy Mavididi vs Alexis Mac Allister

Mavididi has provided 4 goal contributions for Leicester from wide areas, while Mac Allister, with 3 involvements, brings creativity and balance to Liverpool’s midfield, offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Leicester City vs Liverpool Tactical Outlook

Leicester will rely on their width and look to defend deep while trying to spring quick breaks. However, their inability to keep possession and stop quality attacks down the wings puts them at risk. Fouls in dangerous areas could also cost them dearly against Liverpool’s dangerous set-piece takers.

Liverpool will look to continue to dominate possession and build from the back before exploiting Leicester’s service on the flanks and during their counter-attack. Liverpool should create plenty of scoring chances with Salah, Gakpo, and Jota due to short passing combinations and the fluidity of their front three.

Head-to-Head Encounters

Liverpool have dominated the recent head-to-head record with 16 wins compared to Leicester’s 5, while 3 matches have ended in draws. The odds strongly favor a Liverpool win at 1.25, with Leicester at 10.00 and a draw priced at 6.00. The bookmakers back Liverpool as overwhelming favorites. 

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Injury News and Suspensions

Leicester City

Leicester are managing several injury concerns ahead of their next fixture. Harry Souttar is recovering from an ankle injury and is expected back in late April. Harry Winks is a doubt due to personal reasons, while Abdul Fatawu remains sidelined with a long-term cruciate ligament injury until early August. Odsonne Edouard and Wout Faes are also doubtful as they deal with unspecified and knock-related issues respectively.

Liverpool

Liverpool continue to monitor the fitness of several players. Joseph Gomez and Trent Alexander-Arnold are both out with muscle and ankle injuries, targeting returns in late April. Tyler Morton is a doubt due to a shoulder issue, which may affect Jürgen Klopp’s midfield depth.

Leicester City vs Liverpool Possible Playing Squad

Leicester City

Hermansen (GK), Justin, Okoli, Coady, Thomas, Ndidi, Soumaré, McAteer, El Khannouss, Mavididi, Vardy

Liverpool

Kelleher (GK), Jones, Konaté, van Dijk, Robertson, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai, Salah, Gakpo, Jota

Match Details at a Glance

Match Prediction

Given their attacking strength, tactical discipline, and superior depth, Liverpool are expected to comfortably outplay Leicester. While the Foxes may find a goal through Vardy or a set piece, Liverpool’s firepower should seal the win.

Score Prediction

Leicester City 1-3 Liverpool, with Salah likely to find the net and Liverpool maintaining pressure throughout the 90 minutes. 

Disclaimer: This Football prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.

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