Leicester City v Newcastle United Betting Tips & Predictions

Premier League | KO: 19:00 UTC | King Power Stadium

Leicester City welcome high-flying Newcastle United to the King Power on Monday night as the final fixture of the Premier League weekend brings two sides with very different objectives together.

Foxes Still Sliding Toward the Drop

Leicester’s 2-0 loss at Manchester City in midweek marked their 14th defeat in their last 15 Premier League games. It’s been a miserable stretch for the Foxes, who now sit firmly in the relegation zone and are running out of time to turn things around.

Despite a near full squad available, van Nistelrooy’s side face another uphill battle here against one of the league’s most in-form teams. Their last home win came in early January, and fans at the King Power haven’t had much to cheer since.

Newcastle Eyeing Top-Four Return

Newcastle are riding high after lifting the EFL Cup and returning to Premier League duty with a gritty 2-1 win over Brentford. That result kept them firmly in the hunt for Champions League football and extended their winning streak to three across all competitions.

Eddie Howe’s men have been consistent against struggling sides and will be confident of adding to Leicester’s woes, especially after hammering them 4-0 in the reverse fixture.

Odds: Magpies Backed to Win Again

Newcastle are strong 1.49 favourites with Instant Casino, while Leicester are priced at 6.60 to end their miserable run. A draw is 4.10. For those expecting a repeat of December’s thrashing, a 4-0 Newcastle win can be backed at 18.00.

Players to Watch

Alexander Isak continues to shine in attack for Newcastle and is 1.70 with Instant Casino to score anytime. He netted his 20th league goal of the season last time out.

Meanwhile, Jamie Vardy is still battling for form but still leads the line and is their best chance of creating a goal – he’s 2.30 to score or assist.

Predicted Lineups

Leicester City: Hermansen; Faes, Coady, Thomas; Justin, Ndidi, Soumare, Kristiansen; Daka, El Khannouss; Vardy
Newcastle United: Pope; Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento; Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton; Murphy, Isak, Barnes

Tipster’s Verdict

Leicester have lost 9 of their last 10 league games by two or more goals, making Newcastle -1 on the Asian Handicap an appealing pick at 1.78. If they win by two or more, the bet lands; a one-goal win results in a push. Leicetser have also failed to score in their last 7 premier league games. Newcastle to win to nil also appeals at 2.40.

This game is shaping up as another tough evening for the Foxes, while Newcastle look set to keep their top-four hopes on track.