- Date and Time: Sunday, December 29, 15:30 GMT+1
- Venue: King Power Stadium, Leicester, England
Leicester City
Leicester City earned promotion this season after a brief stint in the Championship under former Pep Guardiola assistant Enzo Maresca. He departed in the summer to join Chelsea.
Steve Cooper succeeded Maresca, but his tenure lasted only 146 days. In this time frame, the team only won twice. Both wins came in October, with victories over Bournemouth and Southampton.
Dutch legend Ruud van Nistelrooy was brought in as Cooper’s replacement, though many fans and analysts doubted the decision. They believe it’s difficult for him to coach Leicester, a relegation-threatened team, after coaching PSV, a top club in the Eredivisie.
“A performance where we can build on” – Ruud reacts to #LIVLEI 🗣️
— Leicester City (@LCFC) December 27, 2024
In his first month in charge, Van Nistelrooy managed one win, one draw, and three losses. So far, Van Nistelrooy has made few tactical changes to win over the fans. However, it’s unlikely Van Nistelrooy will be sacked. Avoiding relegation remains the club’s primary objective.
Leicester fell to a 3-1 defeat against league leaders Liverpool on Boxing Day, despite an early goal from Jordan Ayew in the 6th minute.
Ricardo Pereira, Wilfred Ndidi and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku will be sidelined, while Jamie Vardy and Mads Hermansen are awaiting the medical green light.
Manchester City
Manchester City’s season has taken an unexpected downturn, leaving fans and pundits shocked. Pep Guardiola’s side has gone from being one of the best out-of-possession teams to struggling defensively.
Many point to Rodri’s injury as the catalyst for Manchester City’s struggles, but it has also exposed deeper issues within the team. It’s much more than injuries, despite Pep Guardiola claiming this is the main problem.
Our final game of 2024! ⏳
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— Manchester City (@ManCity) December 27, 2024
Manchester City dropped to 7th, only winning one match in the last five. Players like Ilkay Gündogan and Jack Grealish appear fatigued and lack motivation.
New recruits like Savinho and Jéremy Doku are still adjusting, which has led to defensive lapses. Such miscommunication has often led to counter-attacks, exposing Manchester City’s lack of defensive organization.
The Citizens dominated against Everton but were held to a 1-1 draw, dropping crucial points. Savinho, formerly one of La Liga’s standout forwards with double-digit goals and assists, now appears hesitant to shoot. Many of Manchester City’s struggles seem to stem from psychological issues, which Pep Guardiola has yet to address effectively.
Rodri, Ruben Dias, Oscar Bobb and John Stones will be sidelined.
Bet hereLeicester City vs Manchester City Prediction
- Prediction: Manchester City to win
- Odds: 1.33 (22Bet)
- Score Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 Wolverhampton
Although Manchester City’s recent form might suggest a draw, a victory for the visitors seems more likely. Pep Guardiola’s team is going through a slump, but it doesn’t make them one of the worst teams.
Leicester City, one of the league’s weakest teams, recently underwent a managerial change. In relegation battles, teams often prioritize avoiding defeat over pursuing victory. Considering Leicester’s defensive struggles, Manchester City are expected to secure a win in their final match of the year
Leicester City vs Manchester City Betting Tip
- Pick: Savinho to score
- Odds: 3.25 (22Bet)
Despite the odds, I back Savinho to score against Leicester on Sunday. Savinho struggled with confidence in the first half against Everton but looked more assured after tactical adjustments in the second half.
With his skilful dribbling and individual quality, Savinho is likely to create and convert opportunities against Leicester. At his best, Savinho is a nightmare for defenders.
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