bet365
BetMGM
Betfred
BetVictor
BetUK
LiveScoreBet
10Bet
Virgin Bet
EasyBet
Leicester City vs Plymouth Argyle: Foxes’ Possession Must Start Producing Results. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
Leicester’s dominance in possession has yet to yield wins or many goals, with just two scored in three League One matches and no home wins in six. Plymouth’s recent 2-0 victory and strong away record last season, combined with Leicester’s defensive doubts, support expecting goals from both sides in this fixture.
A 1-1 scoreline matches Leicester’s low goal output and Plymouth’s ability to draw away, reflecting current form and recent head-to-head results.
Leicester City’s early League One problem is not difficult to locate.
Leicester City vs Plymouth Argyle — bet365 Market Snapshot
Swipe through key markets with illustrative probabilities and sample bet365 odds based on our match analysis.
Leicester’s possession dominance contrasts with Plymouth’s strong away record, shaping match outcome chances.
Leicester’s possession dominance contrasts with Plymouth’s strong away record, shaping match outcome chances.
Both teams have shown scoring ability but also defensive vulnerabilities, suggesting goals at both ends.
Leicester’s low scoring and Plymouth’s balanced away form support a tight 1-1 scoreline.
Three Punchy Stats
- Leicester have taken just two points from their opening three League One matches, scoring twice. Their control of possession has yet to translate into sufficient attacking reward.
- Plymouth collected 39 away points last season, winning 12 of their 24 League One matches on the road. Leicester’s home difficulties therefore meet one of Plymouth’s clearest recent strengths.
- Leicester are winless in six league matches at the King Power. Tuesday is not simply about dominating the ball again; it is about finally making that dominance count.
Scoring and Results Metrics
Recent attacking records for Leicester City and Plymouth Argyle are shown below.
Defensive and Concession Metrics
Recent defensive records for Leicester City and Plymouth Argyle are shown below.
Russell Martin’s side have controlled plenty of the ball but taken only two points from three matches, leaving them 20th and still searching for their first league victory.
Plymouth Argyle arrive at the King Power Stadium on Tuesday in a rather healthier position. Tom Cleverley’s team have four points and have just beaten Bradford City 2-0, while their excellent away record last season offers another reason to approach Leicester without undue concern.
Leicester’s Control Is Not Yet Cutting Through
The contrast between possession and productivity has defined Leicester’s opening weeks. They had 77% of the ball in their 1-0 EFL Cup victory over Northampton Town and have continued to dominate possession across their subsequent four matches, yet have not won any of them.
Their League One scorelines sharpen the point. A 1-1 draw at Notts County was followed by a 2-1 home defeat to Burton Albion and a goalless draw at MK Dons. That amounts to two goals in three league games despite Leicester repeatedly seeing plenty of the ball.
Possession therefore carries limited comfort unless Martin’s side can turn territorial control into a more damaging attacking output. Even their only league match at the King Power ended in defeat, while Leicester are now without a league home victory in six fixtures.
The personnel situation may complicate matters further. Ben Nelson remains unavailable, while Conor Chaplin and Caleb Okoli are doubts, with Chaplin forced off against MK Dons. Admir Bristric could replace him, supported by Wes Burns, Sammy Braybrooke, Bobby De Cordova-Reid and Tom Watson.
Plymouth Bring a More Convincing Recent Result
Plymouth’s league campaign has moved in the opposite direction. They began with a 3-1 defeat by Stockport County, drew 1-1 away at Wycombe Wanderers and then responded by beating Bradford 2-0.
That latest result deserves attention because Bradford had won their opening two matches. Julio Pleguezuelo and Harvey White supplied the goals and are expected to retain their places, giving Plymouth something Leicester currently lack: a fresh league victory to build upon.
Their wider results have been less tidy. Plymouth have won two, drawn one and lost two of five matches in all competitions, conceding four against Coventry City. Michael Baidoo, Malachi Boateng and Owen Oseni are also unavailable.
Yet Leicester cannot assume that home advantage solves anything. Plymouth collected 39 away points in League One last season through 12 wins and three draws, making them the division’s second-best performers on the road. Their last four away matches have produced a 50% win rate.
The King Power Record Cuts Both Ways
There is encouragement for Leicester in this fixture’s recent history at their own ground: they beat Plymouth 4-0 at the King Power in 2023-24.
The broader recent head-to-head record also gives Leicester a narrow advantage, with three victories from the last five meetings compared with Plymouth’s one, alongside a draw. Yet the most recent encounter went Plymouth’s way 1-0.
Those results matter less than Leicester’s immediate challenge. They have scored only twice in League One and are trying to end a six-match winless league sequence at home against opponents whose strongest numbers have come away from home.
For a side expected to challenge for immediate promotion after consecutive relegations, two points from nine has created an uncomfortable early table position. More possession without greater punishment of opponents will not change it.
📊 Market Explainer
Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
Selection: Both Teams To Score YES. Both teams must score at least once during normal time. The match winner does not matter; the selection is settled only by whether each side finds the net.
Correct Score Market
Selection: Leicester City vs Plymouth Argyle 1-1. Predict the exact score at the end of 90 minutes plus stoppage time. Extra time and penalties do not count unless the bookmaker states otherwise.
🎯 Pick 1: Both Teams To Score YES @ 6/10
Leicester City enter this fixture with a clear balance issue between holding the ball and securing results. Russell Martin’s side recorded 77% possession in their EFL Cup victory over Northampton Town and continued to dictate ball share across their next four matches. However, that control produced merely two goals in three League One outings, including a 1-1 draw at Notts County and a 2-1 defeat at home to Burton Albion. With Leicester winless in six league games at the King Power Stadium, their defensive line remains regularly exposed while they work to establish reliable conversion in attack.
Plymouth Argyle bring evidence of goalscoring capability alongside their own defensive vulnerabilities. Tom Cleverley’s team secured a 2-0 win over Bradford City, following a 1-1 draw away at Wycombe Wanderers and a 3-1 defeat to Stockport County. While Plymouth recorded 39 away points in League One last season through 12 wins, they also conceded four goals against Coventry City in all competitions. Leicester’s personnel doubts, with Conor Chaplin forced off against MK Dons and Caleb Okoli unconfirmed, further complicate defensive stability. Meanwhile, Plymouth’s 50% win rate across their last four away fixtures indicates they can create scoring chances on the road.
A goalless draw at MK Dons shows Leicester can occasionally lock down matches, but their broader sequence points toward activity at both ends. Combining Leicester’s run of conceding at home with Plymouth’s proven away returns provides a solid backing for the main selection.
🎯 Tactical Indicators
- Leicester scored twice in three League One matches but are winless in six home league fixtures.
- Plymouth scored twice against Bradford City but conceded four against Coventry City recently.
- Plymouth recorded 12 away wins and 39 points last season, showing scoring potential away from home.
Risk Factor: Leicester’s recent 0-0 draw at MK Dons shows high possession can still lead to low-event matches if chances aren’t converted.
Key Tactical Mismatch
Recorded 77% possession against Northampton and dominated ball share across four games, yet scored only twice in three league fixtures.
Collected 39 away points in League One last season through 12 wins, while Leicester are winless in six home league matches.
⚔️ Pick 2: Leicester City vs Plymouth Argyle 1-1 @ 6/1
A 1-1 scoreline directly reflects Leicester City’s current conversion rate relative to their high ball retention. Across three League One fixtures, Leicester have scored exactly twice, including a 1-1 scoreline away at Notts County. Dominating possession has not yielded heavy goal tallies for Martin’s squad, making a single goal highly representative of their actual offensive output. With Admir Bristric potentially stepping into the attack following Conor Chaplin’s injury against MK Dons, Leicester maintain sufficient presence to find the net without necessarily blowing opponents away.
Plymouth Argyle have already registered a 1-1 draw away from home this season against Wycombe Wanderers, illustrating their ability to hold parity on rival grounds. Their recent 2-0 victory over Bradford City demonstrates scoring capacity, yet away matches in League One frequently bring tight, balanced contests. Plymouth won the most recent head-to-head meeting 1-0, while the broader historical record shows a 1-1 draw among their last five encounters. Given Leicester’s six-match winless league streak at the King Power Stadium, a single Plymouth goal aligns well with the hosts’ current defensive record.
The principal limitation rests in Plymouth’s heavier defensive defeats, such as conceding four against Coventry or three against Stockport. However, Leicester’s low goal output in League One suggests an explosive scoreline is unlikely, making the correct-score selection a plausible reflection of both sides’ current form.
Risk Factor: Leicester’s low goal output and Plymouth’s strong away record suggest a cautious scoring estimate for this match.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Both Teams To Score YES market settle for this match?
Both teams must score at least one goal each during 90 minutes plus stoppage time for the bet to win.
What condition must be met for the 1-1 correct score selection to win?
The match must finish exactly 1-1 after normal time plus injury time for this selection to win.
Why does Leicester's high possession not guarantee a home win?
Leicester’s high possession has not translated into goals, scoring only twice in three league games.
What makes Plymouth Argyle dangerous at the King Power Stadium?
Plymouth earned 39 away points last season, making them the division’s second-strongest away side.
How does Leicester's recent home form impact these betting selections?
Leicester are winless in six home league matches, supporting the likelihood of Plymouth scoring.
What is the main risk when backing the main selection of Both Teams To Score?
Leicester’s recent 0-0 draw shows that high possession without conversion can result in a shutout.
