Kick-off: Sunday 26 January 2025, at 2:00 PM
On Sunday, 26 January 2025, Tottenham Hotspur will host Leicester City at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in an important clash between two teams who have struggled to meet expectations this season.
While Tottenham aim to climb into the upper mid-table, Leicester are battling to avoid relegation. With both teams displaying defensive vulnerabilities, goals on both sides are highly likely.
Form Analysis: Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham are 15th in the table with 24 points after 22 matches, with a goal difference of 45:35. Under manager Ange Postecoglou, Spurs have been strong offensively but too fragile defensively, costing them vital points. They have failed to win any of their last five matches, earning just two draws, including a 2-2 result against Fulham.
James Maddison is the key player in midfield, contributing eight goals and four assists to Tottenham’s attack. Dominic Solanke and Dejan Kulusevski add further danger up front. However, the defence, despite the efforts of Pedro Porro and Cristian Romero, remains a major weakness.
Key Players: James Maddison is the creative playmaker who orchestrates Tottenham’s attacking play. Dominic Solanke, a physically strong striker, is a constant threat in the penalty area. Pedro Porro, an attacking full-back, contributes both defensively and offensively.
Form Analysis: Leicester City
Leicester City are enduring a tough season, sitting 19th in the table with 14 points and a goal difference of 23:48. Under manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, the Foxes have significant defensive issues. They have lost all of their last five matches, including a 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa.
Jamie Vardy remains crucial to Leicester’s attack, with six goals this season despite his age. He is supported by Stephy Mavididi and Facundo Buonanotte, who provide creativity and dynamism. Defensively, Leicester continue to struggle, with Jannik Vestergaard and Wout Faes unable to provide the required stability.
Key Players: Jamie Vardy, the experienced striker, is a reliable presence in crucial moments. Facundo Buonanotte, the young midfielder, adds creativity and energy. Jannik Vestergaard, the veteran centre-back, works to hold Leicester’s defence together.
Head-to-Head Comparison
Tottenham have dominated the last five meetings between the two teams, winning four times, while Leicester have managed just one victory. Their last encounter at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium ended in a narrow 3-2 win for Spurs.
Tactical Analysis
Tottenham are likely to line up in an attacking 4-3-3 formation. James Maddison will lead the attacks from midfield, while Kulusevski and Solanke will provide the goal threat up front. Cristian Romero will lead the defensive line, which will aim to minimise the team’s susceptibility to conceding goals.
Leicester is expected to adopt a defensive 4-2-3-1 system, focusing on counter-attacks. Jamie Vardy will lead the line, supported by Mavididi and Buonanotte, who will look to create chances with their creativity and pace. The defence will aim for compactness to withstand Tottenham’s attacking pressure.
Predicted Line-ups:
- Tottenham Hotspur (4-3-3): Vicario – Porro, Romero, van de Ven, Udogie – Bissouma, Maddison, Sarr – Kulusevski, Solanke, Son
- Leicester City (4-2-3-1): Hermansen – Justin, Vestergaard, Faes, Kristiansen – Ndidi, Winks – Mavididi, Buonanotte, Fatawu – Vardy
Betting Options and Odds:
- Over 2.5 goals (Odds: 1.90): Both teams possess attacking talent, making a high-scoring game likely.
- Jamie Vardy to score anytime (Odds: 2.50): The experienced striker could once again demonstrate his quality.
- Half-time/Full-time: Tottenham/Tottenham (Odds: 2.20): Spurs could take an early lead and dominate the game.
- Draw (Odds: 3.80): Given the weaknesses of both teams, a draw is a plausible outcome.
- Over 9.5 corners (Odds: 1.85): Both teams’ reliance on wing play could lead to numerous corners.
Bet Tip & Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur – Leicester City (26/01/2025)
Tottenham are slight favourites, but Leicester will rely on counterattacks to potentially cause an upset. Both sides have defensive weaknesses, making a high-scoring game likely.
- Our Tip: Both teams to score – Yes (Odds: 1.80)
- Predicted Scoreline: 2-2 Draw
OUR Prediction
Tottenham Hotspur – Leicester City (26/01/2025)
| Both teams to score – Yes | Odds: 1,80 |
