Leicester vs Sheffield Utd: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Leicester vs Sheffield Utd
• Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025
• Kick-off: 12:30 GMT
• Venue: King Power Stadium

Leicester will be looking to bounce back after a tough loss against Southampton, and their recent wins against Stoke City and Norwich suggest they have the firepower to do so. With a strong midfield pairing of Winks and Skipp, they should be able to control the game's tempo and create chances for Daka up top. However, Sheffield Utd's recent form, with two convincing wins, shows they are no pushovers and will be confident going into this match.

Sheffield Utd's attacking duo of Cannon and Bamford could pose a significant threat to Leicester's defence, especially after the latter scored against Portsmouth. Leicester's home form has been inconsistent, with a win, a draw and a loss in their last three home games, which might give Sheffield Utd the belief they can get a result. It should be a closely contested match, with both teams having the potential to score.

Match Prediction: Leicester 2-1 Sheffield Utd

Leicester's recent form has been a mixed bag, with two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five games. The back-to-back wins against Stoke City and Norwich will give them some confidence, but the heavy defeat to Southampton might still be lingering in their minds. They'll need to find consistency if they want to secure a positive result against Sheffield Utd.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Southampton (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Stoke City (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Norwich (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Middlesbrough (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Blackburn (H)

Sheffield Utd have been in good form recently, with two convincing wins against Portsmouth and Sheffield Wednesday. These victories will have boosted their confidence significantly, although the draw and losses before that show they can be inconsistent. They'll be looking to build on their recent successes and take the fight to Leicester.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 3-0 vs Portsmouth (H)

• Win: 3-0 vs Sheffield Wednesday (A)

• Draw: 0-0 vs QPR (H)

• Loss: 1-3 vs Coventry (A)

• Loss: 1-3 vs Derby (H)

Leicester and Sheffield Utd haven't met in a Championship game for many years, so it's not possible to use accurate historical data to predict a winner. This makes the game even more exciting, because either side could easily end up winning.

• Harry Souttar (Achilles) - Out

• Olabade Aluko (Suspended) - Out

• Victor Kristiansen (Knee) - Out

• Aaron Ramsey (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Ben Nelson (Ankle) - Doubt

• Caleb Okoli (Shoulder) - Doubt

• Jakub Stolarczyk (Groin) - Doubt

• Chiedozie Ogbene (Hamstring) - Out

• Tahith Chong (Meniscus) - Out

• Ollie Arblaster (Knee) - Out

• Ben Godfrey (Knee) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Begović (GK), Choudhury (DF), Faes (DF), Vestergaard (DF), Thomas (DF), Skipp (MF), Winks (MF), Fatawu (MF), James (MF), Mavididi (MF), Daka (AT)

Leicester are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Begović in goal and a back four of Choudhury, Faes, Vestergaard, and Thomas. The midfield duo of Winks and Skipp will provide stability and control, allowing the attacking quartet of Fatawu, James, Mavididi, and Daka to exploit spaces and create scoring opportunities.

• Predicted lineup: Cooper (GK), Seriki (DF), Tanganga (DF), Mee (DF), McCallum (DF), Riedewald (MF), Peck (MF), Brooks (MF), O'Hare (MF), Bamford (AT), Cannon (AT)

Sheffield Utd are likely to deploy a 4-2-2-2 formation, with Cooper between the sticks and a defensive line of Seriki, Tanganga, Mee, and McCallum. The midfield will be anchored by Peck and Riedewald, with Brooks and O'Hare providing creativity and support to the attacking pair of Cannon and Bamford, who will look to cause problems for Leicester's defence.

• Patson Daka vs Japhet Tanganga: Daka's pace and movement will be a real test for Tanganga's defensive skills.

• Issahaku Fatawu vs Callum O'Hare: Fatawu's energy and work rate will need to match O'Hare's creativity in midfield.

• Oliver Skipp (Leicester): Skipp's ability to control the tempo and break up play will be crucial for Leicester.

• Patrick Bamford (Sheffield Utd): Bamford's goal-scoring prowess could be the difference for Sheffield Utd.

Leicester vs Sheffield Utd at 12:30 GMT on Saturday, 29 November 2025 is being broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Sky Sports+

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Leicester 2-1 Sheffield Utd in this match

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