Leicester vs Stoke City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Leicester vs Stoke City
• Date: Saturday, 22 November 2025
• Kick-off: 15:00 GMT
• Venue: King Power Stadium

Leicester are coming into this match with a bit of a wobble, having lost three of their last five games. However, their recent win against Norwich away from home shows they can still pull off a result when it counts. They'll be looking to exploit Stoke's recent home loss to Coventry, where the Potters struggled to find the net. Leicester's attacking flair, led by Daka, could be the key to breaking down Stoke's defence.

Stoke City, on the other hand, have been in decent form, winning three of their last five matches. Their recent victories have been convincing, with a 3-0 win against Oxford United and a 5-1 thrashing of Bristol City. They'll be keen to bounce back from their home defeat to Coventry and will look to their midfield duo of Bae and Pearson to control the game. This match could be a tight affair, but Stoke's home advantage might just give them the edge.

Leicester's recent form has been a bit of a rollercoaster, with a win against Norwich preceded by a draw and three losses. Their defence has been leaky, conceding goals in each of their last five games. This could be a concern against a Stoke side that has been scoring freely in recent matches. However, their attacking players, like Daka, have shown they can make a difference, and a strong performance from them could turn the tide.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Norwich (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Middlesbrough (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Blackburn (H)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Millwall (A)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Hull City (A)

Stoke City have been in good form, winning three of their last five games, including a convincing 5-1 victory over Bristol City. Their recent home loss to Coventry was a blip, but they'll be looking to bounce back in front of their own fans. With players like Bae and Pearson pulling the strings in midfield, they have the capability to control the game and create chances. If they can maintain their recent scoring form, they could pose a real threat to Leicester's defence.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Coventry (H)

• Win: 3-0 vs Oxford United (A)

• Win: 5-1 vs Bristol City (H)

• Win: 1-0 vs Portsmouth (A)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Millwall (A)

Leicester have had the best of their encounters with Stoke City of late, although they have only met twice in the Championship in recent years. Last time out, they secured a resounding 5-0 victory away to Stoke in February 2024.

Recent Championship Results

• Stoke City 0-5 Leicester (03 Feb 2024)

• Leicester 2-0 Stoke City (07 Oct 2023)

• Louis Page (International Duty) - Out

• Victor Kristiansen (Knee) - Out

• Harry Souttar (Achilles) - Out

• Jakub Stolarczyk (Groin) - Out

• Ben Nelson (Leg) - Doubt

• Aaron Ramsey (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Bosun Lawal (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Sam Gallagher (Muscle) - Doubt

• Lewis Baker (Knock) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Begovic (GK), Okoli (DF), Vestergaard (DF), Nelson (DF), Pereira (DF), Winks (MF), Skipp (MF), Fatawu (MF), James (MF), Ayew (MF), Daka (AT)

Leicester's predicted lineup suggests a focus on attacking play, with Daka leading the line and supported by creative midfielders like Fatawu and Ayew. Their recent form indicates a need for defensive solidity, which will be crucial against a Stoke side that has been scoring freely.

• Predicted lineup: Johansson (GK), Tchamadeu (DF), Phillips (DF), Wilmot (DF), Cresswell (DF), Baker (if fit) (MF), Pearson (MF), Manhoef (MF), Bae (MF), Thomas (MF), Mubama (AT)

Stoke's predicted lineup shows a balanced approach, with a solid defensive unit and a midfield capable of controlling the game. Their recent form suggests they'll look to exploit Leicester's defensive vulnerabilities, with Mubama leading the attack, supported by the creative talents of Manhoef and Thomas.

• Patson Daka vs Junior Tchamadeu: This will be a crucial battle between Leicester's dynamic forward and Stoke's solid defender.

• Jordan Ayew vs Joon-Ho Bae: Leicester's creative midfielder will need to find space against Stoke's accomplished playmaker.

• Oliver Skipp (Leicester): Skipp's role in the midfield will be vital for Leicester, providing both defensive stability and the ability to start attacks.

• Ben Pearson (Stoke City): Pearson's control in midfield will be key for Stoke, as he looks to dictate the tempo and create chances for his team.

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Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Leicester 2-1 Stoke City in this match

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