Leicester vs Southampton Prediction: Team News, Lineups, Match Facts and How to Watch
Leicester City welcome Southampton to the King Power Stadium on Saturday, May 3, with kick-off at 15:00 GMT. Both teams have already been relegated from the Premier League, making this fixture a battle for pride in the final stretch of the season.
Leicester vs Southampton Form Guide
Leicester City are in 19th place and have endured a disastrous run, losing 10 of their last 11 Premier League games. Their latest setback came in a 3-0 away defeat to Wolves.
Southampton sit bottom of the table in 20th. The Saints have lost 14 of their last 17 matches, reflecting their continued struggles this season.
Earlier this campaign, Leicester edged out Southampton with a 3-2 win at St Mary’s. The Foxes have also won their last three meetings with Southampton in all competitions.
Team News
Leicester City Injuries and Suspensions:
Leicester are heavily depleted. Abdul Fatawu, Stephy Mavididi, Facundo Buonanotte, Bobby De Cordova-Reid, and Ricardo Pereira are all injured. Harry Winks is suspended. This has opened the door for players like Kasey McAteer, Jordan Ayew and James Justin to feature in the starting lineup.
Southampton Injuries and Doubts:
Anders Grønbæk and Charlie Taylor are ruled out through injury, while Paul Onuachu remains a doubt. Cameron Archer is expected to start up front in place of Ross Stewart.
Predicted Lineups
Leicester City (4-2-3-1):
Ward; Thomas, Coady, Faes, Justin; Soumaré, Ndidi; Ayew, El Khannouss, McAteer; Vardy
Southampton (3-4-2-1):
Ramsdale; Stephens, Bednarek, Harwood-Bellis; Manning, Ugochukwu, Downes, Walker-Peters; Sulemana, Fernandes; Archer
Match Facts
- Leicester have failed to score in 10 of their last 11 Premier League games
- Leicester have conceded 2+ goals in 17 of their last 20 league matches
- Southampton have lost 14 of their last 17 Premier League games
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in 14 of Southampton’s last 16 league matches
- Southampton have conceded 2+ goals in 13 of their last 16 league games
- Leicester have scored at least 3 goals in their last 3 games vs Southampton
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in 6 of the last 7 meetings between these teams
- Leicester have won their last 3 matches against Southampton
Score Prediction
Despite Leicester’s injuries and poor form, Southampton’s own dismal run means neither side is likely to dominate. A draw appears the most probable outcome, as both teams lack consistency and attacking edge.
Predicted Score: Leicester 1-1 Southampton
How to Watch
Leicester vs Southampton kicks off at 15:00 GMT today. The match will not be broadcast live in the UK.