Match Preview: Fulham vs Leicester at 2:00 PM on August 24 for Premier League 2024/25 Round 2. Nowsport analyzes team news, expected lineups, odds, score predictions, and live match link.
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Analysis of Fulham vs Leicester Form
Fulham began the Premier League 2024/25 season with a 0-1 defeat to MU. It was not a terrible performance from Fulham, especially considering they were away against a title contender like the Red Devils.
Had their forwards finished better, Fulham might have come away with a point. Now, they will need to “reset” everything at home against this season’s newcomer, Leicester.
Although Leicester is considered a newcomer, they are actually quite familiar with the Premier League. They were relegated after the 2022/23 season but have returned after just one season in the Championship.
Despite no longer being coached by Enzo Maresca (who moved to Chelsea), Leicester still shows their characteristic toughness and resilience. Tottenham experienced this firsthand, as they struggled against Leicester and eventually dropped points in the second half after a perfect moment from Vardy.
Leicester will need to rely on Vardy again in their clash with Fulham. Last season, Vardy was Leicester’s top scorer with 20 goals across all competitions.
A positive note for Leicester is that Fulham has not won at home in their last 4 Premier League matches. Leicester is quite confident about their trip to Craven Cottage, having won 1, drawn 1, and lost 1 in their last 3 visits to Fulham.
With both teams eager to win, this match is expected to see maximum effort from both sides. A draw might be a fair result for both clubs.
Latest Team News: Fulham vs Leicester
For this match, Fulham will have a full squad available, while Leicester will be missing Coady, Daka, and Stolarczyk.
Expected Lineups: Fulham vs Leicester
Fulham (4-2-3-1): Leno; Castagne, Diop, Bassey, Robinson; Reed, Lukic; Adama Traore, Rowe, Iwobi; Muniz.
Leicester (4-2-3-1): Hermansen; Kristiansen, Okoli, Faes, Pereira; Ndidi, Winks; Mavididi, Fatawu, Buonanotte; Vardy.
Odds for Fulham vs Leicester
Even number of goals: 4/6 of the recent encounters between the two clubs ended with an even total number of goals. Additionally, 7/10 of Fulham’s recent matches ended with an even total number of goals.
Both teams to score: Fulham has successfully scored in 4/5 of their recent matches. Leicester has also found the net in 5/9 of their recent games. Furthermore, Fulham scored in 3/5 of their recent home matches, while Leicester achieved this in 5/6 of their recent games. With these trends, it is highly likely that both teams will score.
Vardy to score: The odds for Leicester striker Jamie Vardy to score against Fulham are 17/2 (place 2 to win 17). Vardy scored the only goal that helped Leicester draw with Tottenham in their opener. Last season, Vardy was also Leicester’s top scorer with 20 goals across all competitions.
Football Expert Prediction for Fulham vs Leicester
Ben Sully, football expert from Sports Mole: “This will be a tough match for Fulham, despite their home advantage. The loss to MU highlighted several issues for Fulham. Meanwhile, Leicester is eager to secure their first win of the Premier League 2024/25 season. However, Leicester has not performed exceptionally well at Craven Cottage. It’s likely that both teams will share the points in this match.”
Key Statistics for Fulham vs Leicester
Home advantage is not a strong point for Fulham, as they have not won in their last 4 official matches at home.
Nowsport Prediction for Fulham vs Leicester
Both teams currently have differing forms, with Fulham winning 3/5 of their recent matches, while Leicester won only 1/5 of their recent games. However, it is not easy for Fulham to secure 3 points, as Leicester proves to be a tough opponent. A draw might be a satisfactory result for both Fulham and Leicester.
Prediction: 2-2
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