Manchester City Predictions, Analysis and Odds on 12/29/2024

The Sunday clash between Leicester City and Manchester City at the King Power Stadium promises to be crucial for two teams with worrying dynamics.

Ruud van Nistelrooy's Foxes, stuck in 18th place, are desperately trying to get out of the red zone, with only one point behind Wolves. Their recent defeat against Liverpool (3-1) on Boxing Day only accentuated their defensive difficulties, with 18 goals conceded in their last 5 matches.

Opposite, Pep Guardiola's Citizens are going through an unusual period of doubt. Seventh in the championship and without a victory in their last five outings, they are struggling to regain their characteristic offensive efficiency. The draw conceded against Everton (1-1) highlighted the current difficulties of Erling Haaland, unusually clumsy in front of goal in recent weeks.

This meeting on the 19th day could mark a turning point for these two teams in search of a rebound. If Manchester City can still aim for the top of the standings with only one point behind Bournemouth, Leicester must stop their negative spiral to avoid seeing Ipswich, first relegated, get any closer.

Leicester – Manchester City match details

• Stade: King Power Stadium
• Time: 12/29/2024 3:30 p.m.

The rating of Leicester – Manchester City

For the football predictions on the Leicester – Manchester City match, Manchester City appears as favorite with an odds of 1.3

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Discover the probabilities for the different 1X2 predictions as well as the best odds for the match on 12/29/2024 between Leicester and Manchester City in the Premier League.

• Leicester victory : 11% chance.
• Draw : 13% chance.
• Manchester City victory : 76% chance.

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Leicester – Manchester City: History of confrontations

Leicester: News and form

Disappointing Results in the Premier League

Leicester City are currently going through a difficult period, as evidenced by their recent results in the Premier League. The 3-1 defeat against Liverpool on Boxing Day, despite a promising opener, illustrates the team's persistent defensive difficulties. This poor performance adds to a worrying series including a 3-0 loss against Wolves at home and a heavy 4-0 defeat at Newcastle.

Defensive Difficulties to Overcome

The team's position in the standings (18th with 14 points) reflects these difficulties, with only one point behind Wolves, but the current dynamic is worrying. The Foxes' defense is showing alarming signs of fragility, having conceded goals in each of their last five games, with a particularly high average of goals conceded (more than 2.5 goals per game over this period).

The absence of Jamie Vardy due to injury weighs on the team's offensive efficiency, even if it regularly manages to score (more than 1.5 goals on average in the last meetings). The 2-2 draw against Brighton and the 3-1 victory against West Ham at the start of December had nevertheless given us a glimpse of some reasons for hope.

Recent statistics show a team which produces offensive play but which struggles to maintain its defensive balance, particularly in the second half where it regularly concedes goals (80% of the last matches). To get out of the relegation zone, Leicester will absolutely have to find more defensive solidity while maintaining its ability to create chances.

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Key points (Leicester City):

• Difficult period in the Premier League : Leicester are going through a series of disappointing results, including defeats against Liverpool, Wolves, and Newcastle.
• Persistent defensive issues : The team suffers from defensive fragility, having conceded goals in each of their last five games, averaging over 2.5 goals per game.
• Concerning classification : Leicester are in 18th position with only 14 points, and the current dynamic is worrying.
• Absence de Jamie Vardy : Vardy's injury affects the team's offensive efficiency, despite an ability to score (more than 1.5 goals on average in the last matches).
• Problem of balance between attack and defense : Although the attack is effective, the team struggles to maintain a defensive balance, especially in the second half of matches.

Leicester: The last five matches

Compositions probables Leicester

For the reception of Manchester City, Leicester City should adopt a 4-2-3-1 system, the formation they have favored in recent weeks. Stolarczyk, in the absence of the injured Hermansen, will start in goal. The defense will consist of Justin, Coady, Vestergaard and Kristiansen. Due to the absences of Ndidi, Ricardo Pereira and Ayew, the coach will have to adjust his team, with Winks and Soumaré brought back in the middle, after their strong performance against Liverpool. Finally, in attack, Daka should be preferred to Vardy, who remains uncertain due to a contusion.

Manchester City: News and form

A Series of Disappointing Results

The current period is proving particularly delicate for Manchester City, which is going through its worst series since the arrival of Pep Guardiola. The Citizens remain in five games without a win, including three consecutive defeats against Aston Villa (2-1), Manchester United (1-2) and Juventus (2-0), before recording two draws against Crystal Palace ( 2-2) and Everton (1-1). Even more worrying, the team systematically concedes goals, as evidenced by this series of five consecutive matches where they have conceded at least one goal.

Offensive and Defensive Difficulties to Solve

The last match against Everton perfectly illustrates the current difficulties: despite Bernardo Silva's early opening goal, City were unable to maintain their advantage. The return of Kevin De Bruyne, who entered the game in the 75th minute, nevertheless constitutes a glimmer of hope. The poor form of Erling Haaland, unusually discreet in recent weeks, symbolizes the team's offensive problems.

Currently 7th in the Premier League with 28 points, one point behind Bournemouth and tied with Fulham, Manchester City finds itself in an uncomfortable position for the title holder. Qualification for the next Champions League, the club's minimum objective, could even be compromised if this negative spiral were to continue. The urgency of regaining a solid defensive base and offensive efficiency appears to be the priority for Guardiola and his men.

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Key points (Manchester City):

• Difficult period for Manchester City : The team is going through its worst run under Pep Guardiola with five games without a win, including three consecutive defeats and two draws.
• Persistent defensive difficulties : City are conceding goals in every game in this series, illustrating alarming defensive weaknesses.
• Major offensive problems : Erling Haaland's poor form and inability to maintain an advantage, like against Everton, show the current offensive difficulties.
• Concerning classification : Currently in 7th position with 28 points, Manchester City finds itself in a delicate situation, only one point behind Bournemouth and tied with Fulham.
• Urgency to react for the Champions League : Qualification for the Champions League could be threatened if this negative spiral persists, making it urgent to find a solid defense and better efficiency in attack.

Manchester City: The last five matches

Compositions probables Manchester City

For their trip to Leicester, Manchester City should play 4-1-4-1, with Ortega in goal due to the uncertainty around Ederson. The defense will include Lewis, Gvardiol, Akanji and Aké, while Kovačić will be on sentry. Doku, Foden, Bernardo Silva and Sávio will support Haaland in attack. Due to numerous absences, such as Rodri and Grealish, Matheus Nunes could start on the bench.

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