Ruud van Nistelrooy takes charge of Leicester for the first time in the Premier League on Tuesday, as the Foxes welcome West Ham to the King Power Stadium.
The former Man United legend will have a huge challenge ahead of him, as he bids to overturn Leicester’s poor recent form after losing three on the bounce.
West Ham will also have a point to prove on Tuesday after conceding five in a heavy home defeat against Arsenal on Saturday. But, their chances could be improved as Mohammed Kudus makes his long-awaited return from suspension.
Odds
West Ham will be favored to bounce back to form this week, as they are available at +148 on the moneyline. A home victory for Leicester is priced up at +188.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Leicester | +188 |
| Draw | +251 |
| West Ham | +148 |
West Ham Hold Narrow Historical Advantage
| Total | Leicester | West Ham | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 35 | 12 | 14 | 9 |
| Premier League Games | 30 | 11 | 12 | 7 |
| Goals | 104 | 49 | 55 |
West Ham holds the historical advantage in previous meetings against the Foxes. However, Leicester have bossed the recent meetings, winning each of the last two.
West Ham have failed to win on their last two visits to the King Power, most recently losing 2-1 in May 2023. However, Leicester’s two wins in the 2022-23 season are their only victories in the last six meetings between the teams.
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Leicester vs. West Ham Key Stats
- Being back at the King Power will suit Leicester after winning just once in their last 15 on the road in the Premier League.
- West Ham conceded five first half goals for the first time in Premier League history on Saturday.
- West Ham have collected more points in away matches than they have at the London Stadium this season.
Leicester Team News
Caleb Okoli, Ricardo Pereira, and Harry Winks will miss out against West Ham on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Issahaku Fatawu is also unlikely to play again this season after suffering an ACL injury.
Possible Lineup
Mads Hermansen (GK); James Justin, Conor Coady, Wout Faes, Luke Thomas, Wilfred Ndidi, Oliver Skipp, Facundo Buonanotte, Patson Daka, Jamie Vardy, Stephy Mavididi
West Ham Team News
Injuries aren’t an excuse that Julen Lopetegui can make for West Ham’s stuttering start to the season. Niclas Fullkrug is the only player sidelined for the Hammers, with the striker set to return in early 2025.
Possible Lineup
Lukasz Fabianski (GK); Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Jean Todibo, Max Kilman, Emerson, Tomas Soucek, Jarrod Bowen, Lucas Paqueta, Carlos Soler, Crysencio Summerville, Michail Antonio
Leicester vs. West Ham Prediction
Van Nistelrooy will be hoping to get off to a perfect start as Leicester boss on Tuesday, and a 4-3-3 formation is likely to be his preferred setup.
West Ham’s defensive record will give the Foxes a chance this week, meaning that we wouldn’t be surprised to see Leicester come out on top with maximum points in the East Midlands.
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