Leicester City vs Arsenal

football.london's live coverage of Leicester City vs Arsenal in the Premier League at the King Power Stadium as Mikel Arteta's side look to extend their ...

He went off after a collision with Zack Steffen but returned the next game having felt like he'd reinjured himself. Singing their hearts out in what has to be the quietest ground I've visited this season. Really assured display from Gabriel at the back too. Until then, they need to do their own job and secure the three points against Leicester. The Gunners will be hoping another Premier League relegation battler can do the business for them. Not too many standouts from Arsenal today but thought Leandro Trossard looked really good in the false nine.

Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Leicester City and Arsenal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

[14th in the rankings](/football/premier-league/table.html) and four points clear of the drop zone with 23 games gone. [James Justin](/people/james-justin/), [Jonny Evans](/people/jonny-evans/) and [Ryan Bertrand](/people/ryan-bertrand/) for the visit of the league leaders. [Ollie Watkins](/people/ollie-watkins/) and [Philippe Coutinho](/people/philippe-coutinho/), and twice Arsenal came back through [Bukayo Saka](/people/bukayo-saka/) and [Oleksandr Zinchenko](/people/oleksandr-zinchenko/) before [Jorginho](/people/jorginho/)'s stunning effort rattled the bar and bounced off the head of Martinez into the back of the net. [Marcus Rashford](/people/marcus-rashford/) made Leicester pay for their profligacy with a brace before [Jadon Sancho](/people/jadon-sancho/) came off the bench to put the cherry on the icing on the cake. [3-0 loss](/football/man-utd/top-four-race/result/marcus-rashford-nets-brace-in-man-united-win-over-leicester_507075.html) to Manchester United last weekend, while the Gunners [beat Aston Villa 4-2](/football/arsenal/title-race/result/arsenal-come-from-behind-to-beat-aston-villa-in-six-goal-thriller_507001.html) in one of the games of the season. [Arsenal](/football/arsenal/) can temporarily re-establish a five-point lead at the top of the [Premier League table](/football/premier-league/table.html) when they travel to meet [Leicester City](/football/leicester-city/) in Saturday's clash at the King Power.

The forthcoming EPL match between Leicester City and Arsenal on Saturday, February 25, presents a difficult test.

[Leicester City](https://khelnow.com/tag/leicester-city-fc/) and [Arsenal](https://khelnow.com/tag/arsenal/) on Saturday, February 25, presents a difficult test. Arsenal, on the other hand, won’t want to pass up the chance to close the gap on Manchester City. Gabriel is out with a knee injury. Ryan Bertrand is sidelined due to a knee injury. In their most recent match, Leicester lost 0-3 on the road to [Manchester United](https://khelnow.com/tag/manchester-united/). It is anticipated that they will smother the foxes right away. James Justin is unavailable due to a calf injury. Madddison has contributed in five goals for Leicester from an xG of 3.91. This season, James Maddison has scored the most goals for Leicester City. He has so far scored nine goals while averaging 0.9 shots on goal per game. In addition, he contributed to eight goals, while he gave his team five excellent chances. Arsenal now sits atop the standings after accruing 54 points through 23 games.

The latest Leicester City news as the former Premier League striker has had his say on the game at the King Power Stadium.

[City](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/leicester-city-fc) welcome the league leaders to the [King Power Stadium](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/king-power-stadium) on Saturday (3pm kick off) as they look to get one over a North London team for the second home game in a row. “Now they have to back it up with another win here, but I do feel their trip to King Power Stadium will be more straightforward. They really showed their mettle, and it must have been a huge boost to their confidence. “Leicester are in a relegation scrap, which is hard to understand when you consider the attacking talent they have got,” he told BBC Sport. City did however fall to a 3-0 loss against Manchester United in their last outing, despite having a number of chances to take the lead in that game. Arsenal, meanwhile, bounced back from a disappointing loss against Man City to record a late 4-2 win over Aston Villa in their last outing. Ahead of the game, Sutton has made his prediction. [Leicester City vs Arsenal prediction made as Mikel Arteta’s side sent warning](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/leicester-city-vs-arsenal-prediction-8182594) [James Maddison, Ryan Bertrand, Jonny Evans – Leicester City injury update for Arsenal clash](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/james-maddison-ryan-bertrand-jonny-8182328) [Arsenal injury claims strengthened ahead of Leicester City clash](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/arsenal-injury-news-partey-leicester-8181453) [Leicester City press conference live: Brendan Rodgers on injuries, transfers and Arsenal](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/leicester-city-press-conference-live-8181240) [The latest Leicester City news in one place](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/leicester-city-fc) [comments section](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/chris-sutton-leicester-arsenal-prediction-8183638#comments-wrapper) [Brendan Rodgers](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/brendan-rodgers)’ side came out as 4-1 winners over Tottenham Hotspur the last time they played in front of their home fans thanks to goals from [Papy Mendy](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/papy-mendy), [James Maddison](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/james-maddison), [Kelechi Iheanacho](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/kelechi-iheanacho) and [Harvey Barnes](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/harvey-barnes). “The Foxes' issue is that they are so brittle at the back, which is why I think there will be goals in this game and also why I am going to back Arsenal to win it. [Bukayo Saka and Thomas Partey hints spotted ahead of Leicester City vs Arsenal clash](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/bukayo-saka-thomas-partey-hints-8183506)

Arsenal will be looking to extend their lead over Manchester City as they hit the road to take on Leicester City this Saturday.

Leicester City can hurt Arsenal but they have so often lacked that clinical touch. Although the scoreline makes it look like a bonafide humbling, Leicester City weren't without their chances last Sunday. We'll have to wait and see. With a win on Saturday, Arsenal will go five points clear of Manchester City for at least a couple of hours before Pep Guardiola's men square off against Bournemouth. Leicester City vs Arsenal Prediction But thanks to second-half goals from Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Martinelli which bookended an own goal by Emiliano Martinez, Arsenal picked up three much-needed points.

Leicester City could be without key playmaker James Maddison for their match against Arsenal on Saturday afternoon and Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers has given ...

The Arsenal director working closely with Edu and Mikel Arteta](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/who-josh-kroenke-arsenal-director-26269271) [Matt Turner urged to consider Arsenal transfer amid Man City rival for USMNT](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/matt-turner-arsenal-news-usmnt-26295613) [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/). When asked for an update on Jesus' recovery process last week, Arteta said: "Doing really well. The 25-year-old suffered medial ligament damage during Brazil's 2022 World Cup campaign in Qatar and Gunners supporters will be desperate for the talented forward to return to action sooner rather than later. "We’re starting to get a lot of players back," the former Liverpool head coach said. [The Gunners currently sit on top of the league table](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/premier-league-arsenal-fans-blackout-26306615), two points clear of second-placed Manchester City with a game in hand on Pep Guardiola and co.

Leicester City host Arsenal at the King Power Stadium on Saturday as the Gunners aim to remain top of the Premier League table.

On the other hand, the Cherries have conceded just 28 in 19 games since Scott Parker was fired following the 9-0 defeat to Liverpool (and the 3-0 defeat to Arsenal, and the 4-0 defeat to Man City, in successive games). But Saturday turned out to be a day of swings and roundabouts, as Arsenal overturned a pair of one-goal deficits to win 4-2 away to Aston Villa, and Man City let a 1-0 lead slip away in the 84th minute. Last weekend’s draw with Nottingham Forest was as shocking as it was painful for Manchester City (52 points – 2nd place), who remain two points back of leaders Arsenal having played one more game thus far. West Ham United is directly into the hat for the UEFA Europa Conference League knockout rounds, where it could draw any of 16 teams who will first have to contest playoff rounds. Manchester United and Barcelona went at it in an enthralling 2-2 draw with both giants eager to reach the latter stages of this competition as their rebuild continues. In La Liga, Xavi’s first full season is going quite swimmingly, with Barcelona back on top of the table, either points clear of defending champions and rivals Real Madrid. Luke Shaw began the game’s decisive move with a backheel to Fernandes, who slipped a clever pass to Alejandro Garnacho inside the penalty area. Within two minutes of the restart, they were level as Fred shinned a first-time finish past Marc-Andre ter Stegen, and the Red Devils were in full flight. Barcelona drew first blood after 18 minutes, after Bruno Fernandes’ wholly unnecessary hook and pull on Alejandro Balde was whistled as a foul inside the Red Devils’ penalty area. Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard continue to dominate games and there is a wonderful resilience about this young Arsenal side. Arsenal showed incredible grit and spirit to win 4-2 at Aston Villa last time out as Mikel Arteta’s side rebounded nicely from their defeat at home against Manchester City. Leicester look so much better in attack and even though they are just four points above the relegation zone, the focus is on finishing in the top 10.

The Gunners are coming off a confidence-boosting 4-2 win over Aston Villa last time out. Arsenal were in the midst of a three-game winless run that was halted ...

Now the Gunners have to replicate that against the Foxes, who, before the United loss, were on a run of three straight wins in all competitions. The Gunners are coming off a confidence-boosting 4-2 win over Aston Villa last time out. Leicester vs Arsenal: 3 things to look out for in Saturday’s game

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Copyright 2023 The Arsenal Football Club plc. We'll also relive the last time we played the Foxes, provide analysis of Brendan Rodgers' side and how we can bring back three points from the east Midlands, and then from 3pm, Dan Roebuck and Adrian Clarke will be at the King Power Stadium to prove live commentary. Saturday's show will include a look back at how we beat Aston Villa last weekend, and – other than the three points – what we can take from the match, and there will also be a look at how our under-18s are getting on after their FA Youth Cup quarter-final with Cambridge United.

Previewing Leicester vs Arsenal in the Premier League, with TV & live stream details, team news, predicted lineup & score prediction.

Leicester's form has actually been better than Arsenal's over the past month. Gabriel Jesus and Mohamed Elneny remain long-term absentees. There were plenty of goals in Leicester's last game too.

The Inside Track brings you the best in betting tips and predictions as Arsenal prepare for their trip to the King Power Stadium to face Leicester City.

The Foxes had a brief spell of decent form with three wins in all competitions before they were humbled against Manchester United at Old Trafford last week. The visitors will be looking to win three consecutive away league wins against Leicester for just the second time - the first time they achieved this was September 1925. Mikel Arteta's side were gifted a return to the top after Manchester City dropped points against Nottingham Forest and the Gunners picked up a win at Aston Villa.

Latest Leicester City news from LeicestershireLive as Chris Sutton and Paul Merson discuss the outcome of Saturday's 3pm Premier League clash at the King ...

"Now they have to back it up with another win here, but I do feel their trip to King Power Stadium will be more straightforward. Arsenal have a relatively easy set of fixtures coming up and if City falter in any of their upcoming games, the Gunners could well be on their way to winning the title." They really showed their mettle, and it must have been a huge boost to their confidence. [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/64717764): "Leicester are in a relegation scrap, which is hard to understand when you consider the attacking talent they have. They should ideally score the first goal and if they do that, they'll play their best football for the rest of the game. I expect Arsenal to come out on top in an entertaining game." For Arsenal, it is another must win game in their chase for the Premier League title, a quest boosted by their own 4-2 victory at Villa last week. That said, Merson does see aspects of the Arsenal game to give Leicester encouragement. "Leicester will cause problems for Arsenal this weekend. They will have plenty of chances, because their forwards will be able to get at the Foxes backline." The Foxes' issue is that they are so brittle at the back, which is why I think there will be goals in this game and also why I am going to back Arsenal to win it. If Arsenal win here and then beat Everton in midweek, which is their game in hand, they will go five points clear at the top again.

Brendan Rodgers' one big decision for his Leicester City line-up is again the spot at the base of the midfield. Despite suffering a 3-0 loss to Manchester ...

Ricardo Pereira will battle it out with Timothy Castagne for the right-back position, but Rodgers is more likely to keep his back four together as things stand. In attack, Kelechi Iheanacho is set to start again, keeping out Jamie Vardy and Patson Daka, with Tete and Harvey Barnes the obvious options either side of him. If he can’t, then Tielemans will likely come in to play in one of the two midfield number eight positions, with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall in the other. He will be Mendy’s biggest rival for the role, but may again be used as a substitute. [in the comments section](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/leicester-city-predicted-line-up-8186011#comments-wrapper) Boubakary Soumare is injury-free too, as well as Wilfred Ndidi, and both are also options for Rodgers. [Brendan Rodgers makes Luke Thomas point as he welcomes 'good problems'](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/brendan-rodgers-makes-luke-thomas-8183782) [Maddison, Bertrand, Evans – City injury update for Arsenal clash](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/james-maddison-ryan-bertrand-jonny-8182328) [City press conference: Brendan Rodgers on injuries, transfers and Arsenal](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/leicester-city-press-conference-live-8181240) [When 31 Leicester City first-team contracts end and what happens next](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/gallery/31-leicester-city-first-team-8179443) [Get all of the latest Leicester City news in one place](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/leicester-city-fc) [City](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/leicester-city-fc) for the first time this season. [James Maddison](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/james-maddison) is not fit. [Tete hype, Faes form, Rodgers future, investment – City questions answered](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/tete-hype-faes-form-brendan-8184100) [Youri Tielemans](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/all-about/youri-tielemans) returned to fitness for the game at United but was only on the bench. That would mean [What Rodgers wants his Leicester City legacy to be as he nears milestone](https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/what-brendan-rodgers-wants-leicester-8185745)

Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Leicester City and Arsenal.

ARSENAL](/football/premier-league/leicester-city-vs-arsenal_game_156957.html) [Gabriel Jesus](/people/gabriel-jesus/) (knee), [Mohamed Elneny](/people/mohamed-elneny/) (knee) [Brendan Rodgers](/people/brendan-rodgers/)'s men went down 3-0 to Manchester United, and here Sports Mole rounds up the team news for both clubs.

Mikel Arteta has confirmed Thomas Partey is in contention for Arsenal's game at Leicester on Saturday. Partey has missed Arsenal's last two matches against ...

Get all the essential pre-match stats, quotes, team news and retro action ahead of our trip to the King Power Stadium.

However, he's scored just once in 23 Premier League appearances this season, and has failed to find the net in his last three against us. This will be the third time Craig Pawson has handled one of our games this season, with all three coming away from home. Bukayo Saka has been involved in more shots following a ball carry than any other player in the Premier League this season (38 – 18 shots, 20 chances created). Pawson has once taken charge of this fixture, which was our 5-2 success at the King Power Stadium back in September 2015. The Foxes are winless in 18 Premier League games against teams starting the day top of the table (D2 L16) since a 1-0 win at Manchester United in January 1998. We’ve only reached double figures for away wins in one of the last eight campaigns (10 in 2020/21). Copyright 2023 The Arsenal Football Club plc. That halted their momentum though, as just a solitary draw arrived from their first five games after the restart to once again leave them in danger. That combination has seen Brendan Rodgers’ side win three of their last five in all competitions as they look to recover from a wretched start. Arteta: "They've been really consistent the past few weeks in the games they've played. That prompted Rodgers to dip into the January transfer market, with defenders Victor Kristiansen and Harry Soutar recruited alongside Tete in attack. I think we've shown that but, of course, you have to be mindful of the quality they have.

Are Arsenal back in the box seat for the Premier League title, or will Leicester City throw up another tough hurdle to clear Planet Sport checks out the ...

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Latest Leicester City news as pundit Mark Lawrenson makes his Premier League predictions and backs Arsenal to beat Brendan Rodgers' men at King Power ...

"I’m still not convinced by Leicester, they are getting better but once they concede a goal they collapse. Leicester 0-2 Arsenal." "I like the way Arsenal kept going against Villa last week. READ MORE: READ NEXT:

football.london's Arsenal writers offer their assistance to Mikel Arteta over the starting line-up for the Premier League encounter against Leicester City ...

The only change I'd make from last week is Gabriel Martinelli in for Leandro Trossard after a really impressive cameo from the Brazilian at Villa Park. However, Granit Xhaka’s form has dipped and it could be an opportunity to see Fabio Vieira come in to help take advantage of a leaky Leicester defence. Matt Turner is sure to get chances again in the Nothing too drastic but certainly enough to keep players on their toes ahead of a very busy schedule. Below, they name their respective starting line-ups for the visitors to the King Power Stadium. Mikel Arteta has a big decision to make ahead of a period where his side will play seven games in just 23 days. [Bukayo Saka](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-bukayo-saka-contract-transfer-26317183) and Eddie Nketiah as the obvious picks. [Gabriel Martinelli ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/kieran-tierney-gabriel-martinelli-arsenal-26263967)and Bukayo Saka on the flanks are obvious choices this time. [I wouldn't look to drop Granit Xhaka this week](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/things-spotted-arsenal-training-xhaka-26297524) although Fabio Vieira does seem to be getting close to a start. A resolute and fortunate Nottingham Forest side stole two points from Pep Guardiola whilst Mikel Arteta oversaw a dramatic late comeback against Aston Villa. [ Thomas Partey might be ready to travel](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-press-conference-live-mikel-26316384) and [Gabriel Jesus’ return also nearing](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/gabriel-jesus-europa-league-arsenal-26296777). [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) have won their last three visits to [Brendan Rodgers'](https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&cx=015440420724022033189%3Affvnfhyzjuy&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.football.london%2Farsenal-fc%2Ftransfer-news%2Farsenal-james-maddison-martin-odegaard-23028508&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwizkaDZqK79AhWZScAKHcaQAH0QFnoECAIQAg&usg=AOvVaw3U2rF1T8yjHFmILQ6Hoxqh) side but the Foxes looked to have had an upturn in form themselves prior to the defeat to Manchester United.

A 150th meeting between Leicester City and Arsenal is set to take place at King Power Stadium on Saturday.

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SportsLine soccer expert Jon Eimer has locked in his EPL picks, predictions and best bets for Leicester City vs. Arsenal on Saturday.

- Arsenal vs. [Visit SportsLine now to find out which wagers in Leicester City vs. In addition, Leicester City has the offensive firepower to scare any team. He leads the team in passes (1,177), ranks second in tackles (48) and is tied for third in goals (three). Green has broken down the English Premier League match from every angle. They also have more goals than teams like Newcastle and Fulham, who are fifth and sixth in the table, respectively. In addition, the Gunners face a Leicester side that may be without star midfielder James Maddison. The Gunners have dominated the head-to-head series against Leicester recently. Before locking in any Leicester City vs. Leicester City odds, with the Foxes the +370 underdog. Since joining SportsLine, he has covered the English Premier League, Serie A, the FA Cup and much more. The Gunners (54 points) hold a two-point lead over City and a five-point lead over Manchester United.

Read on to see how soccer betting expert BJ Cunningham is forecasting the Leicester City vs Arsenal match, featuring a best bet.

The Arsenal defense has conceded just 14.3 xG from open play in 23 matches and is only allowing 0.89 npxG per 90 minutes this season. The problems that exist for Leicester offensively come in the final third. Usually, Leicester play a 4-4-2 out of possession and they will press you high, which is a dangerous game to play against Arsenal, particularly if you are an average pressing team like Leicester. After that dismal performance, Leicester are now dead last in the Premier League in npxG allowed at 1.64 per 90 minutes. Arsenal snatched a late winner against Aston Villa last Saturday to retain their top spot in the Premier League table. They are safe from relegation at the moment, but a few more bad results and they could get pulled into the relegation fight.

Premier League leaders Arsenal head to Leicester City this weekend with the Gunners looking to maintain their title advantage over Manchester City.

1.62 / 2.20 -147 / +105 1.65 / 2.25 8/13, 6/5 -150 / +110 Both teams to score Y/N Sat, Feb. Over/Under 2.5 goals [The Foxes were swept aside in a 3-0 defeat at Manchester United in their last outing](https://www.sportingnews.com/au/soccer/news/man-united-vs-leicester-city-live-score-updates-highlights-lineups-premier-league/j2slqu9y0mkkrcuxcswostpk) as Brendan Rodgers' men remain consistently inconsistent this season, that result coming after wins over Villa and Tottenham in which they scored eight goals. 25 Sun, Feb.

Premier League leaders Arsenal head to Leicester City this weekend with the Gunners looking to maintain their title advantage over Manchester City.

1.62 / 2.20 -147 / +105 1.65 / 2.25 8/13, 6/5 -150 / +110 Both teams to score Y/N Sat, Feb. Over/Under 2.5 goals [The Foxes were swept aside in a 3-0 defeat at Manchester United in their last outing](https://www.sportingnews.com/au/soccer/news/man-united-vs-leicester-city-live-score-updates-highlights-lineups-premier-league/j2slqu9y0mkkrcuxcswostpk) as Brendan Rodgers' men remain consistently inconsistent this season, that result coming after wins over Villa and Tottenham in which they scored eight goals. 25 Sun, Feb.