Chelsea will have their Champions League credentials tested at the King Power Stadium on Saturday, as Premier League action returns following the international break.
The Blues come into the round after playing out draws in each of their last two, meaning that they have now won just once in their last five outings.
Leicester sit 15th in the league standings after winning twice in their opening eleven matches. However, the Foxes come into this home match after losing twice in their last three.
Odds
Chelsea will be the solid favorites in the betting this weekend at -182. A home win for Leicester is currently priced up at +501 on the moneyline.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Leicester | +501 |
| Draw | +346 |
| Chelsea | -182 |
Blues Unbeaten in Last Six Against Foxes
| Total | Leicester | Chelsea | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 24 | 4 | 14 | 6 |
| Premier League Games | 18 | 3 | 9 | 6 |
| Goals | 68 | 23 | 45 |
Chelsea have gone six without defeat against Leicester across all competitions. The most recent meeting between the sides came in the FA Cup last season, with the Blues securing a 4-2 home success.
Leicester haven’t recorded a league win against the Blues since January 2021, failing to win in each of the last five.
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Leicester vs. Chelsea Key Stats
- Leicester have recorded just two wins from eleven matches this season; their fewest wins at this stage since the 2001-02 season.
- Chelsea sit in the top three places at the start of a Premier League round for the first time since 2021-22.
- Leicester have scored just five goals at the King Power this season; four goals fewer than they have managed on the road.
Leicester Team News
Facundo Buonanotte will serve his suspension at the King Power Stadium this weekend. Patson Daka is no nearer returning to first-team action. Meanwhile, Jamie Vardy, Bobby Reid, and Ricardo Pereira are all out.
Possible Lineup
Mads Hermansen (GK); James Justin, Wout Faes, Caleb Okoli, Victor Kristiansen, Harry Winks, Wilfred Ndidi, Abdul Fatawu, Jordan Ayew, Stephy Mavididi, Odsonne Edouard
Chelsea Team News
Jadon Sancho is unlikely to be fit enough to feature at the King Power this weekend. Meanwhile, defender Wesley Fofana is no nearer returning from a muscle injury for the Blues.
Possible Lineup
Robert Sanchez (GK); Malo Gusto, Levi Colwill, Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Cucurella, Romeo Lavia, Moises Caicedo, Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, Pedro Neto, Nicolas Jackson
Leicester vs. Chelsea Prediction
This weekend presents a fine opportunity for Chelsea to bounce back to form in the Premier League. Leicester have been poor in front of their home fans at the King Power, and the pressure continues to increase on Steve Cooper.
Therefore, an away win for the Blues looks to be the solid betting angle.
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