Date: 18/05/25
Kick-off time: 15:00
Venue: King Power Stadium

Leicester City and Ipswich Town clash at the King Power Stadium on Sunday, with both sides fighting for some end-of-season pride as they have already been relegated to the Championship. The Foxes, managed by Ruud van Nistelrooy, have shown slight improvement lately, securing a morale-boosting win against Southampton and battling to draws against Brighton and Nottingham Forest.

Ipswich Town, under Kieran McKenna, have found life tough in the Premier League, failing to win in their last six matches. The Tractor Boys were last in action against Brentford, suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat, while Leicester secured a 2-2 draw away at Nottingham Forest.

The reverse fixture between these two sides ended in a 1-1 draw at Portman Road, with Jordan Ayew scoring a dramatic 94th-minute equaliser for Leicester after Leif Davis had given Ipswich the lead in the 56th minute. Kalvin Phillips was sent off for Leicester in the 77th minute, a moment that turned the tide in Ipswich’s favour.

Leicester City vs Ipswich Town Team News

Leicester City Team News

Leicester City will be monitoring several key players ahead of Sunday’s fixture. Mads Hermansen, Ricardo Pereira, Bobby De Cordova-Reid and Stephy Mavididi are all doubtful, and their absence could impact the Foxes’ attacking threat.

Conor Coady and Facundo Buonanotte were on target in their last outing against Nottingham Forest, and both are expected to retain their spots in the starting eleven. Jamie Vardy, who netted against Southampton, is likely to lead the line once again.

Ipswich Town Team News

Ipswich Town have several notable absentees for their trip to the King Power Stadium. Arijanet Muric, Conor Townsend, Nathan Broadhead, Wes Burns, Sammie Szmodics, and Jaden Philogene are all sidelined due to injury, leaving manager Kieran McKenna with limited options.

The Tractor Boys have struggled for goals recently, failing to find the net in their last outing against Brentford. Kevin Schade’s strike proved decisive in that encounter, and Ipswich will need to sharpen their attacking edge if they are to trouble Leicester’s defence.

Leicester City vs Ipswich Town Betting Tips

Leicester City betting tips

Leicester City have shown glimpses of improvement in recent weeks, particularly in their home performances. They registered a 2-0 victory over Southampton at the King Power Stadium and held Nottingham Forest to a 2-2 draw away from home.

Given Ipswich’s six-game winless run and Leicester’s slight upturn in form, backing Leicester to win at home appears to be a solid betting option. Additionally, with Jamie Vardy showing signs of his old self with a goal against Southampton, he is a strong candidate to score anytime.

Ipswich Town betting tips

Ipswich have been toothless in attack of late, scoring just three goals in their last six matches. However, they have managed to score in every match against teams below them in the league, suggesting that they could at least get on the scoresheet here.

Given Ipswich’s defensive vulnerabilities, a bet on both teams to score may also hold value. Nevertheless, with Leicester having home advantage and marginally better form, the Foxes are expected to edge this encounter.

Leicester City vs Ipswich Town Match Prediction

Leicester City’s resurgence under Ruud van Nistelrooy may be too little, too late, but they have shown enough quality to suggest they can overcome an Ipswich side devoid of confidence.

Ipswich have failed to win in their last six matches and have conceded 12 goals in that time. Leicester’s recent results – a win over Southampton and draws against Brighton and Nottingham Forest – indicate that they have rediscovered some fighting spirit.

Match Prediction:
Leicester City to win. Bet with bet365.

Leicester City vs Ipswich Town Correct Score Tips & Prediction

For the Leicester v Ipswich score prediction, a low-scoring affair seems likely given both teams’ poor attacking form. Leicester have managed to keep two clean sheets in their 18 home matches this season, while Ipswich have failed to score in three of their last six games.

With Jamie Vardy and Jordan Ayew providing some threat up front, a narrow 1-0 victory for Leicester City seems plausible. Ipswich’s injury woes and lack of attacking depth further reinforce this prediction.

Correct Score Prediction: 1-0 to Leicester City. Bet with bet365.

Leicester City vs Ipswich Town Over & Under Goals Betting Tips

Leicester’s home league games have averaged 2.6 goals per match, but their recent defensive solidity suggests a lower-scoring encounter here.

Ipswich have struggled to find the net on the road, averaging just 1.2 goals per away game. With Leicester likely to adopt a conservative approach to secure a rare clean sheet. Therefore, our Leicester v Ipswich over/under goals prediction is to bet on under 2.5 goals.

Over/Under Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.

Leicester City vs Ipswich Town Bet Builder Tip

Leicester City Bet Builder tip

For those seeking a Leicester v Ipswich bet builder, consider combining a player to score for the home side, coupled with the expected outcome for the match. With Leicester’s Jamie Vardy in decent form after his goal against Southampton and Ipswich’s defensive frailties evident, a combination of Vardy to score anytime, under 2.5 goals, and Leicester to win by exactly one goal could offer substantial returns.

Bet Builder Tip:

• Leicester City to win by exactly one goal
• Jamie Vardy to score anytime
• Under 2.5 goals

Bet Builder Tip: Jamie Vardy to score anytime, under 2.5 goals, and Leicester City to win by exactly one goal. Bet with bet365.

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