Leicester vs Brighton Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 08 Dec 2024

Foxes to Cover the Line?

Our experts think that siding with Leicester +0.75 at -102 on the Asian Handicap is the way forward, with stakes split between +0.5 and +1.0 against Brighton. The home team should be able to avoid defeat in this contest.

2-2 Draw in Previous H2H Meeting

Leicester City won their last game, beating West Ham United at home. It was a 3-1 victory at King Power Stadium. The East Midlands team enjoyed just 39% possession and had six shots on target, with Jamie Vardy, Bilal El Khannous and Patson Daka scoring one goal apiece.

Brighton were defeated in their previous game. On their travels, they suffered a 3-1 loss against Fulham at Craven Cottage. Fabian Hurzeler's side had the lion’s share of the ball boasting 56% possession and three shots on goal, with Carlos Baleba finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between Leicester and Brighton ended all square. This head-to-head was a 2-2 draw at King Power Stadium. The past 10 matches between these sides has seen three draws, Leicester have won five games and Brighton two.

3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 9.5 attempts and 3.3 shots on goal. Leicester have had 46.7% possession, 401.0 passes and 3.8 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 2.1 goals from 18.9 attempts and 6.3 shots on goal, while earning 7.2 corners.

Jamie Vardy, Facundo Buonanotte and Jordan Ayew are the top scorers with 3 goals each, while James Justin has 2. Leading assistors have been Jamie Vardy and Harry Winks with 2, while goalkeeper Mads Hermansen has 1 clean sheets.

Brighton have 4 victories, 3 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 1.7 goals from 13.4 attempts and 4.4 shots on goal. The Sussex club average 50.4% possession, 446.6 passes, 4.8 corners in their favour and 6.2 corners against, while conceding 1.8 goals from 13.4 attempts and 4.9 shots on goal.

Danny Welbeck is top of the team’s scoring charts with 4, while Carlos Baleba, Kaoru Mitoma, Joao Pedro and Georginio Rutter have 2. Joao Pedro is top assists provider with 3, while Bart Verbruggen has kept 1 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Leicester confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Mads Hermansen (GK), James Justin, Conor Coady, Jannik Vestergaard, Victor Kristiansen, Wilfred Ndidi, Boubakary Soumare, Kasey McAteer, Bilal El Khannouss, Jordan Ayew, Jamie Vardy.

Brighton confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Bart Verbruggen (GK), Tariq Lamptey, Jan Paul van Hecke, Lewis Dunk, Pervis Estupinan, Georginio Rutter, Yasin Ayari, Carlos Baleba, Kaoru Mitoma, Evan Ferguson, Joao Pedro.

Leicester vs Brighton Prediction & Betting Tips

We think Leicester look like a good bet at -102 with a +0.75 start. This Asian Handicap could give them the edge in this Premier League game, with our experts expecting a strong showing from the underdogs.

The team news that filters through can have a knock-on effect as far as the odds are concerned. We use this information along with the form guide, while the latest stats are also taken into consideration.

Key Leicester vs Brighton league stats:

• The +0.75 line has been covered by Leicester in 3 of their last 5 games at home.
• The +0.75 line has been covered by Leicester in 4 of their last 7 games at home.
• The -0.75 line hasn’t been covered by Brighton in 16 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The -0.75 line hasn’t been covered by Brighton in 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The -0.75 line hasn’t been covered by Brighton in 2 consecutive games.
• The +0.75 line has been covered by Leicester in 8 of their last 10 games against Brighton.

Leicester +0.75 Probability

According to the latest odds, there’s a 50.5% likelihood of our pick winning. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

There are larger prices available to bettors who are prepared to move the line. By taking on more risk, you are able to get more juice from your selections as a result.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Leicester 2 - 2 Brighton

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Leicester vs Brighton Odds

The bookies betting odds have Brighton as -163 favourites for this Premier League clash, implying that they are 62% likely to win the match. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +400 about Leicester City.

The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite.

The good news is that you can access hundreds of markets for any Premier League match. All the leading football betting sites have a massive range of pre-match and In-Play betting options.

Full-Time Result

1

+400

X

+320

2

-163

Half-Time Result

1

+375

X

+150

2

+110

Double Chance

1X

+125

12

-450

X2

-599

Draw No Bet

1

+275

2

-400

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +1

-119

2 Hcp -1

+106

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+137.5

Over 2.5

-175

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-163

No

+120

Leicester vs Brighton Lineups & Team News

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