Oxford United vs Leicester City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

• Oxford's difficult start expected to continue with a 2-1 defeat at home to Leicester

• The head-to-head record doesn't feature a single competitive game since 1994, but when there's a winner, it's usually Leicester

• Stephy Mavididi will look to be direct against the Oxford full backs, creating chances from wide areas

Explore Ladbrokes’ detailed preview for Oxford United vs Leicester City in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 12:30 BST match.

• Fixture: Oxford United vs Leicester City

• Date: Saturday, 13 September 2025

• Kick-off: 12:30 BST

• Venue: The Kassam Stadium

Match Prediction: Oxford United 1-2 Leicester City

Oxford might fancy their chances at home, but they've been struggling lately. They've only managed a draw in their first four league games, and that was against a mid-table Coventry side.

Leicester, on the other hand, have been solid, winning three out of their opening four games in the Championship. They've got the firepower to exploit Oxford's leaky defence, but they'll need to be wary of Oxford's counter-attacking threat.

Leicester's recent form suggests they should control the game, but Oxford can be unpredictable at home. If Oxford can keep it tight at the back and hit Leicester on the break, they might nick a goal. 

However, Leicester's quality should shine through, especially with players like Mavididi and Fatawu on the wings. Expect a competitive match, but Leicester should have enough to take the three points.

Oxford's recent form has been poor, with three losses and a draw in their last four games. They've struggled to keep clean sheets, conceding seven goals in those matches. This could be a concern against a Leicester side that's been scoring regularly. However, playing at home might give them a boost, and they'll need to be at their best to get anything from this game.

Recent Championship Results:

• Draw: 2-2 vs Coventry City (H)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Birmingham City (A)

• Loss: 2-3 vs Hull City (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Portsmouth (H)

Leicester have been in good form, winning three of their first four league games. They've shown they can win away from home, which bodes well for this trip to Oxford. Their defence has been solid, conceding just three goals in those four games. If they can maintain that defensive solidity and continue their scoring form, they should be confident of getting a result here.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 2-0 vs Birmingham City (H)

• Win: 1-0 vs Charlton Athletic (A)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Preston North End (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Sheffield Wednesday (H)

These two teams haven’t met in competitive action in the last three decades, with their last meeting taking place in 1994, a game that ended in a 2-2 draw. However, Leicester have the slight upper hand in the most recent meetings, having won two of the last five meetings in all competitions. 

Recent Results

• Oxford 2-2 Leicester (23 Apr 1994)

• Leicester 2-3 Oxford (20 Nov 1993)

• Leicester 2-1 Oxford (07 Apr 1993)

• Oxford 0-0 Leicester (13 Dec 1992)

• Leicester 2-1 Oxford (08 Feb 1992)

• Ole Romeny  (Ankle) - Doubt

• Ciaron Brown (Leg) - Doubt

• Harry Soutar (Achilles) - Out

• Bobby Reid (Leg) - Out

• Victor Kristiansen (Muscle) - Out

• Hamza Choudhury (Ankle) - Out

• Cumming, Phillips, Avest, Helik, Long, Leigh,  Placheta, Keersmaecker, Brannagan, Goodrham, Lankshear

Oxford will look to use their pace on the wings with Placheta and Goodrham to exploit Leicester's defence. Brannagan's experience in midfield will be crucial in controlling the game and launching quick counter-attacks.

Oxford may give a debut to Filip Krastev, a left-sided Bulgarian winger signed on loan from Lommel SK recently.

• Stolarczyk, Pereira, Okoli, Vestergaard, Thomas, Skipp, Soumare, Fatawu, Page, Mavididi, Ayew

Leicester's midfield duo of Skipp and Soumaré will aim to dominate possession and dictate the tempo of the game. Mavididi and Fatawu on the flanks will be key in breaking down Oxford's defence and creating scoring opportunities.

New loanees Aaron Ramsey, Jordan James and Julián Carranza could all feature at some point in this match.

• Brannagan vs Skipp: Brannagan's experience will be tested against Skipp's youthful energy in the midfield battle.

• Mavididi vs Placheta: Mavididi's flair on the wing will face a tough challenge from Placheta's defensive work rate.

• Cameron Brannagan (Oxford United): Brannagan's leadership and experience in midfield will be vital for Oxford's chances.

• Stephy Mavididi (Leicester City): Mavididi's pace and skill on the wing could be the key to Leicester's success in this match.

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