Leicester City vs Fulham Predictions

Leicester City vs Fulham predictions for this Premier League affair. Leicester City host Fulham at the King Power, with the relegation-battling Foxes facing a tough test against Fulham, who are chasing European qualification. Read on for all our free Premier League predictions and betting tips.

Premier League | Jan 18, 2025 at 3pm UK at King Power Stadium

Leicester City vs Fulham Predictions

Can Fulham Extend Leicester’s Premier League Misery or Will the Foxes Finally Roar?

• Fulham’s Away Scoring Streak: The Cottagers have scored in nine consecutive Premier League away games, underlining their attacking prowess on the road.
• Leicester’s Defensive Woes: The Foxes have conceded at least two goals in 16 of their 21 Premier League matches this season, highlighting their inability to keep things tight at the back.
• Attacking Form of Fulham: Marco Silva’s side have scored at least twice in each of their last five matches, a clear indicator of their offensive efficiency.

Our Tips

The King Power Stadium sets the stage for an intriguing Premier League clash this Saturday as relegation-threatened Leicester City host a determined Fulham side aiming to keep their European ambitions alive. With both teams under very different forms of pressure, this encounter promises a mix of desperation and ambition.

Leicester are in dire straits. Ruud van Nistelrooy’s side have endured a dismal run, losing their last six Premier League matches and conceding at least two goals in each. Wednesday night’s 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace was emblematic of their struggles, as they managed just four shots on target from 21 attempts. The Foxes are 19th in the table and staring at an immediate return to the Championship unless they can turn things around. Despite their torrid form, Leicester have shown flashes of hope, picking up the majority of their points at home, but consistency remains elusive.

Fulham, on the other hand, arrive with mixed emotions. Marco Silva’s side saw their impressive nine-game unbeaten run come to an end midweek in a narrow 3-2 loss to West Ham. Despite the defeat, Fulham displayed attacking verve, creating 21 shots and dominating possession. Silva was adamant his side were the better team on the day, and with good reason. Sitting 10th in the league and just seven points off a European spot, Fulham have built a reputation as an adaptable side capable of troubling even the league’s elite. Their record against Leicester is equally promising, having won six of their 11 Premier League encounters against the Foxes.

With both teams desperate to make a statement for entirely different reasons, this clash is shaping up to be a fascinating battle of wills.

Best Bet: Fulham to Win and Over 1.5 Goals

Considering the state of both sides, backing Fulham to win with over 1.5 goals in the match looks to be the standout option. Leicester’s inability to plug the gaps at the back has been a recurring theme. Conceding at least two goals in 16 of their 21 league matches this season tells its own story. While they did manage a morale-boosting FA Cup win against QPR, their Premier League defence has been a sieve, shipping 46 goals already.

Fulham, meanwhile, boast the attacking weapons to exploit Leicester’s frailties. Raul Jimenez is starting to find his rhythm up front, while Alex Iwobi and Emile Smith Rowe provide creativity and precision from midfield. Antonee Robinson’s delivery from the flanks, evidenced by his nine assists this season, remains a potent weapon. The Cottagers have scored at least twice in each of their last five matches across all competitions, including fixtures against tough opponents like Chelsea and Liverpool.

Leicester’s recent home form offers little solace. They’ve failed to score in their last three league outings at the King Power, a dismal run that will likely continue against Fulham’s organised midfield and aggressive counter-pressing. The visitors may not be the most defensively secure team – having kept just one clean sheet in their last 10 league games – but their firepower upfront should more than compensate.

Our BettingTips4You.com expert Steve Harrington summarises the rationale well: “Fulham’s attacking form and Leicester’s defensive disarray make this an easy pick. While Leicester may get on the scoresheet, Fulham should have more than enough to secure a convincing win.”

Given the momentum and confidence Silva’s side have demonstrated, they should come away with all three points. A 2-1 or 3-1 win for the visitors seems the most likely outcome, making this bet an enticing one.

Correct Score Prediction: Leicester City 1-3 Fulham

The rationale behind this scoreline prediction aligns closely with Fulham’s recent attacking form and Leicester’s defensive vulnerabilities. The Cottagers have scored at least twice in their last five matches and will look to continue that trend against a Leicester side who have been leaking goals for fun. The Foxes may manage to break their three-game home goal drought, particularly as Fulham are not impervious at the back, but the visitors’ superior quality in the final third should ensure a comfortable victory.

Fulham’s ability to score away from home has been a standout feature of their season. They’ve netted in nine consecutive away matches in the Premier League, demonstrating a resilience and attacking intent that Leicester’s defence will struggle to contain. With Raul Jimenez finding his feet and creative players like Iwobi and Smith Rowe hitting form, the Cottagers are well-equipped to put Leicester to the sword.

Leicester’s lack of clinical finishing, as seen against Crystal Palace, further compounds their issues. Despite creating numerous chances, their inability to convert them into goals leaves them vulnerable to teams like Fulham, who are clinical in transition.

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