Leicester City vs. Newcastle United Tips & Odds – 07/04/2025

• Fixture: Leicester City vs Newcastle United
• Date: Monday, April 7, 2025
• Venue: King Power Stadium, Leicester

Match Preview

Leicester City welcome Newcastle United to the King Power Stadium for a pivotal Premier League encounter on Monday, April 7, 2025. Both teams have contrasting objectives heading into this match—Leicester are desperate to escape the relegation zone, while Newcastle are vying for a place in Europe next season.

Leicester’s Dire Situation:
It has been a season to forget for Leicester City under manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. The Foxes sit 19th in the table with just 17 points from 29 matches and are staring relegation squarely in the face. Their recent form has been nothing short of disastrous, losing six consecutive league games without finding the back of the net. Notable defeats include a humbling 4-0 loss to Brentford and a 3-0 setback against Manchester United. Leicester’s defense has been porous, conceding a league-high 65 goals, while their attack has struggled to create meaningful chances. Jamie Vardy remains their top scorer with seven goals, but he has often been isolated due to a lack of creativity in midfield.

Newcastle’s European Aspirations:
In stark contrast, Newcastle United have enjoyed a strong campaign under Eddie Howe and currently occupy sixth place in the league standings with 47 points from 28 matches. The Magpies are coming off a narrow but crucial 1-0 victory over West Ham, which followed back-to-back defeats against Liverpool (2-0) and Brighton (2-1). Two and a half weeks ago, Newcastle lifted the Carabao Cup—a testament to their progress as a competitive force in English football. Alexander Isak has been their standout performer, netting an impressive 19 goals in the league. Defensively, Newcastle have been solid as well, conceding only 33 goals all season.

Head-to-Head Record:
Newcastle have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning four of their last five meetings with Leicester. Their most recent encounter ended in a resounding 4-0 victory for the Magpies back in December 2024. Leicester’s last triumph over Newcastle came nearly two years ago in May 2023. With Newcastle’s current form and Leicester’s struggles, history appears likely to repeat itself.

Injury Concerns:
Leicester are missing Abdul Fatawu due to injury and may also be without Ricardo Pereira, who faces a late fitness test. Newcastle have their own injury issues, with Lewis Hall ruled out for the remainder of the season and doubts surrounding Anthony Gordon’s availability. Jamaal Lascelles and Sven Botman are also unavailable for selection.

Key Players

• Leicester City:
  • Jamie Vardy: The veteran striker remains Leicester’s main attacking outlet despite limited service this season.
  • Wilfred Ndidi: A key figure in midfield who provides defensive cover and occasional attacking contributions.
  • Victor Kristiansen: The defender has been one of Leicester’s more consistent performers during an otherwise difficult campaign.
• Newcastle United:
  • Alexander Isak: The Swedish striker is enjoying an outstanding season with 19 league goals and will be Newcastle’s primary attacking threat.
  • Bruno Guimarães: The Brazilian midfielder is integral to Newcastle’s playstyle, offering creativity and defensive stability from deep positions.
  • Kieran Trippier: A dependable full-back known for his pinpoint crosses and set-piece deliveries.

Prediction

This match looks set to be one-sided given Leicester City’s woeful form and Newcastle United’s superior quality across the pitch. The Foxes’ defensive frailties and inability to score make it hard to see them troubling Eddie Howe’s side. Expect Newcastle to control possession and capitalize on Leicester’s mistakes at the back.

Predicted Scoreline: Leicester City 0-2 Newcastle United

Betting Markets

With Newcastle looking strong and Leicester struggling at both ends of the pitch, this fixture offers plenty of attractive betting opportunities for punters backing the Magpies across various markets.