In a Premier League match with significant implications at both ends of the table, Leicester City will face Liverpool on Sunday. For Liverpool, a victory would bolster their pursuit of the league title, while a defeat for Leicester City could confirm their relegation.
Liverpool, currently holding a strong record of 23 wins, 7 draws, and 2 losses, have been in excellent form, winning five of their last six games. Their most recent victory was a 2-1 win against West Ham. Leicester City, in contrast, are struggling, having gone winless in their last eight matches (0 wins, 7 losses, 1 draw). Their last victory was on January 26th against Tottenham Hotspur, where they won 2-1.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 11:30 a.m. ET at King Power Stadium in Leicester, England.
Key Player to Watch
Liverpool`s attack is spearheaded by Mohamed Salah, a standout player in the Premier League. Across 32 appearances this season, Salah has an impressive tally of 27 goals and 18 assists from 105 shots, with 52 hitting the target. He contributed an assist in their recent win against West Ham and scored against Leicester City in their December encounter.
Salah has been a crucial figure for Liverpool since joining in 2017. He has scored 182 goals in 282 league games over eight seasons with the club and a total of 243 goals in 395 appearances across all competitions.
According to football analysts, Liverpool dominated their previous match against Leicester City with 69% possession, 19 total shots, and 7 shots on target. This dominant performance should give Liverpool confidence as they prepare for this upcoming game in Leicester.
Match Prediction
Liverpool have consistently outperformed Leicester City in recent head-to-head matches since December 2022, securing five wins, including two games where they prevented Leicester from scoring. Liverpool`s attacking prowess is evident in their 74 goals this season, significantly outscoring Leicester City`s 27 goals. This disparity is further highlighted by their goal difference: Liverpool boasts a +43, while Leicester City suffers a -45.
Statistically, Liverpool averages 2.3 goals per game in the Premier League this season, while Leicester City averages just 0.8 goals per game.
Leicester City are currently on an eight-game losing streak at home, making them significant underdogs for this match. Given Liverpool`s strong defensive record, including seven clean sheets in 16 away games this season, a likely prediction is a Liverpool victory without conceding any goals.
