Two teams that come off the back of two consecutive wins clash on Saturday when Leicester City welcome Watford at the King Power Stadium. The home side are undefeated in their last four matches, while Watford have moved up from the relegation zone after two consecutive wins. The two sides have last met in the Championship during the 2013-2014 seasons, back then Leicester won at Watford and recorded a 2-2 draw at home. Leicester have won 13 times against Watford and lost 11 times, while 10 matches ended in draws.
The Foxes definitely are the biggest surprise of the season, their 3-2 win over West Bromwich Albion last weekend left them in third place, one point ahead of Manchester United. They have suffered just one defeat this season, 5-2 against Arsenal in September. Since that loss they recorded three wins and a draw, the only setback being the League Cup penalty shootout defeat against Hull City in October. They have scored 23 goals in 11 matches so far, the second best attack in the league after Manchester City. Matty James remains sidelined but Christian Fuchs and top scorer Jamie Vardy should be able to play.
Watford clinched a 2-0 home win over West Ham United last weekend, their second consecutive victory. The result leaves them 11th in the Premier League table, tied with Crystal Palace and Everton. Their attack has not been very prolific until now, just 10 goals in 11 matches, but their defence has been very strong as they conceded only 10 goals so far. It's also interesting to point out that their scoring seemed to work better away from home, where they bagged twice as many goals. Jose Jurado and Joel Ekstrand are the only injury doubts for Watford.
Probable line-ups:
Leicester: Schmeichel - Simpson, Morgan, Huth, Schlupp - Mahrez, Drinkwater, Kante, Albrighton, King - Vardy
Watford: Gomes - Nyom, Cathcart, Britos, Ake - Watson, Capoue, Anya - Deeney, Abdi, Ighalo
My prediction: Leicester to win 1-0.
Here are the odds at Bet365:
Leicester win - 1.85 Draw - 3.80 Watford win - 4.50
rikimartin4444_115925
8 years ago
What an amazing game for Leicester City and their stiker Vardy. They won this match against very good team. They were good in second half and scored two times. That was enough for another win and new three points. Vardy scored again, he is amazing. I love to watch him plays.
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sharpe
8 years ago
It's not surprising that the high flying Leicester City was able to win that game too and to stay at the third place in the standings. Surprisingly for all the Foxes still continue with the incredible performances this season, Watford is safely at the middle of the table right know but probably they will have to fight...
It's not surprising that the high flying Leicester City was able to win that game too and to stay at the third place in the standings. Surprisingly for all the Foxes still continue with the incredible performances this season, Watford is safely at the middle of the table right know but probably they will have to fight for survival till the end of the season.
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Shumar4life
8 years ago
Wardy is in excellent form and I believe that he has quality to play in better team. But, we shouldn't forget Kane, who was excellent performer last season, but in this season, he is not such good as he was in previous one. He must continue to work on himself, if he wants to maintain his form
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Alexa Alexa 8 years ago
Nice win for Leicester City.This season looks like dream season for them.They currently have the same amount of points like first 2 teams on the table.I dont think that any fan of this club expected this.Vardy is in great form,he is first goalscorer so far in Premer League.With this kind of play,I can see him in some of...
Nice win for Leicester City.This season looks like dream season for them.They currently have the same amount of points like first 2 teams on the table.I dont think that any fan of this club expected this.Vardy is in great form,he is first goalscorer so far in Premer League.With this kind of play,I can see him in some of the biggest clubs i Europe next season.
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