2024/25 Arsenal vs. Leicester – Predictions, Predicted Lineups, Injury News

Arsenal will host Leicester City in an intriguing Premier League encounter, as both teams look to secure vital points early in the season.

Arsenal, currently sitting 4th in the league, have shown promising form, especially at home. Leicester, on the other hand, are struggling in 15th place, still in search of their first win of the campaign.

Arsenal Match Preview:

Arsenal have been in solid form this season, boasting an unbeaten record in their last five matches against Leicester (5W, 0D). Their attack has been potent, with six goals in their last five games.

Bukayo Saka remains a key creative outlet, currently ranked second in the league for big chances created (5). Despite a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Manchester City in their last match, Arsenal displayed resilience, defending resolutely even after going down to ten men.

The Gunners have accumulated 11 points from five matches, winning three and drawing two. Their home form has been steady, with one win and one draw, scoring three and conceding just one.

Away from home, Arsenal have been even more impressive, securing seven points from three matches with five goals scored and two conceded.

However, Arsenal face some injury concerns, with Leandro Trossard suspended and key players like Martin Ødegaard and Oleksandr Zinchenko doubtful. Mikel Arteta will need to utilize his squad depth to maintain their strong start to the season against a Leicester side looking to exploit any weaknesses.

Leicester Match Preview:

Leicester City’s start to the season has been far from ideal, as they sit 15th in the table with just three points from five games. They have managed only two draws and three losses, struggling to find their rhythm.

Despite this, Leicester’s attack has shown glimpses of potential, netting nine goals in their last five matches. Wilfred Ndidi has been a bright spark, creating the most big chances for the Foxes (4), while Stephy Mavididi has been their main threat up front with the most shots on target per match (0.8).

Leicester’s away form has been particularly concerning, with just one point gained from two matches, scoring three and conceding four.

Their last outing against Everton ended in a 1-1 draw, highlighting their inability to convert promising play into victories. Leicester will be desperate for a turnaround as they head to the Emirates, a ground where they have struggled historically.

Injury News:

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Arsenal vs. Leicester Head-to-Head:

Arsenal have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning all of their last five encounters against Leicester. Historically, Arsenal have 12 wins compared to Leicester’s 4, with 3 matches ending in draws.

The last time Leicester triumphed over Arsenal was in October 2020. Given their current form, Arsenal will be confident of extending their unbeaten streak.

Arsenal vs. Leicester Predicted Lineups:

Arsenal (4-3-3):

Raya (GK)
White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber
Rice, Partey, Havertz
Saka, Jesus, Martinelli

Leicester City (4-2-3-1):

Hermansen (GK)
Justin, Faes, Okoli, Kristiansen
Ndidi, Winks
Ayew, El Khannous, Mavididi
Vardy

Who Will Win? & Score Prediction:

Arsenal enter this fixture as overwhelming favorites, backed by strong recent form and a solid home record. Leicester will need to be at their very best to challenge Arteta’s side, but their current struggles suggest a tough evening at the Emirates.

Prediction: Arsenal 2-0 Leicester