Leicester vs Wolves: Preview, Predictions, and Lineups

Premier League Clash at the King Power Stadium

Vitor Pereira’s First Match in Charge of Wolves
Vitor Pereira will lead Wolves for the first time as manager when they face Leicester City at the King Power Stadium this Sunday. Pereira replaces Gary O’Neil, who was sacked following Wolves’ 2-1 defeat to Ipswich last weekend. Wolves sit in 19th place with just nine points from 16 games, making this a crucial fixture for the relegation-threatened side.

Leicester Under Ruud van Nistelrooy
Leicester City has also undergone managerial changes recently, with Ruud van Nistelrooy taking the helm after Steve Cooper’s dismissal. Van Nistelrooy’s impact has been positive, as Leicester managed to climb out of the relegation zone by securing four points in his first two games. However, a 4-0 defeat to Newcastle last weekend was a stark reminder of the challenges ahead.

Key Match Details

• Location: King Power Stadium, Leicester, England
• Date: Sunday, 22 December
• Kick-off Time: 14:00 GMT / 09:00 ET / 06:00 PT
• Referee: Anthony Taylor
• VAR: Michael Salisbury

Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)

• Leicester: 3 wins
• Wolves: 1 win
• Draws: 1
• Last Meeting: Leicester 2-1 Wolves (22 April 2023) – Premier League

Current Form

Leicester

• Newcastle 4-0 Leicester (14/12/24)
• Leicester 2-2 Brighton (08/12/24)
• Leicester 3-1 West Ham (03/12/24)
• Brentford 4-1 Leicester (30/11/24)
• Leicester 1-2 Chelsea (23/11/24)

Wolves

• Wolves 1-2 Ipswich (14/12/24)
• West Ham 2-1 Wolves (09/12/24)
• Everton 4-0 Wolves (04/12/24)
• Wolves 2-4 Bournemouth (30/11/24)
• Fulham 1-4 Wolves (23/11/24)

How to Watch Leicester vs Wolves

• United Kingdom: N/A
• United States: Peacock
• Canada: fuboTV Canada, Fubo Sports Network 5 Canada

Leicester Team News

Leicester’s star goalkeeper Mads Hermansen suffered a knock during the Newcastle game and is a doubt. If unavailable, Danny Ward will step in, though his recent performances have been inconsistent.

Midfielder Boubakary Soumare is back after serving a one-match suspension, while Wilfred Ndidi is nearing a return from injury. Facundo Buonanotte is expected to start, but striker Odsonne Edouard remains doubtful.

Leicester Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Ward; Justin, Vestergaard, Coady, Kristiansen; Soumare, Skipp; McAteer, Buonanotte, El Khannouss; Vardy

Wolves Team News

Matheus Cunha is available despite potential disciplinary action following his conduct last weekend. Rayan Ait-Nouri, however, is suspended after receiving a red card. Joao Gomes returns from suspension and is expected to feature in midfield.

Goalkeeper Jose Sa is sidelined with a shoulder injury, but Boubacar Traore and Pablo Sarabia could return to the matchday squad.

Wolves Predicted Lineup (3-5-2):
Johnstone; Semedo, Bueno, Toti; Doherty, Andre, Lemina, J Gomes, R Gomes; Cunha, Strand Larsen

Leicester vs Wolves Score Prediction

Leicester’s defensive frailties remain a concern, especially if Hermansen is unavailable. Wolves, despite defensive gaps and suspensions, could find attacking joy under Pereira’s fiery leadership. The return of Joao Gomes adds balance in midfield, which might be enough for Wolves to secure an away win.

Prediction: Leicester 1-2 Wolves