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January 20, 2024
Top-of-the-Table Clash in EFL Championship
Leicester City will take on Ipswich Town in a crucial matchup between the top two teams in the EFL Championship. The Foxes have shown remarkable form since their promotion. The previous encounter at Portman Road ended in a 1-1 draw, disappointing Leicester fans, as the Foxes could not secure all three points despite their strong performance.
Ipswich Town has been one of the standout teams this season, making a significant impact since their promotion. Their success has included a series of impressive wins and draws, making them a formidable opponent for Leicester City. Should Ipswich clinch a victory in this upcoming fixture, Leicester City’s lead at the top of the table would be cut to just 4 points, intensifying the race for the Championship title.
Leicester City, having recently suffered a setback in the M69 Derby against Coventry City, are eager to redeem themselves. The defeat against Coventry City blew their title aspirations, and the Foxes are determined to bounce back strongly. With their eyes firmly set on regaining momentum, Leicester will be looking to secure a win against Ipswich to reaffirm their dominance at the top of the table and widen their lead over their closest rivals.
Kick-off:
Monday, 22nd January 2024, 8:00 PM UK
Tuesday, 23rd January 2024, 1:30 AM IST
Location: King Power Stadium
Form:
Leicester City (Championship): W-D-W-W-L
Ipswich Town (Championship): L-D-D-D-W
Leicester’s 25-year-old midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has stepped up in James Maddison’s absence, netting 18 goals and dishing out assists in just 26 Championship appearances.
Conor Chaplin (Ipswich): With 9 goals and 6 assists, the 26-year-old forward has been a critical player in Ipswich’s strong season.
The league match between Ipswich and Leicester earlier in the season was their first since 2014.
Leicester has defeated Ipswich five times in the last seven meetings.
Leicester City: After a heavy defeat to Coventry, the Foxes will miss midfielder Fatawu, who received a red card.
Ipswich Town: Jeremy Sarmiento is anticipated to start, and Morsy is scheduled to return from suspension. Conor Chaplin and Nathaniel Jackson will lead the attack without George Hirst, who is out indefinitely with a hamstring injury.
Matches: 23
Leicester City: 9
Ipswich Town: 7
Draws: 7
Hermansen, Pereira, Faes, Vestergaard, Justin, Winks, Casadei, Chowdhury, Dewsbury-Hall, Mavididi, Cannon, and Lambert are the players for Leicester City (4-2-3-1). Hladky, Clarke, Woolfenden, Edmundson, Davis, Morsy, Taylor, Hutchinson, Chaplin, Burns, and Jackson are the players for Ipswich Town (4-2-3-1)
In what is anticipated to be a tightly contested encounter, Leicester City is expected to narrowly edge out Ipswich Town in their home fixture. Given the strong performances from both teams throughout the season, the match promises to be a thrilling showdown. Leicester City, playing on their home turf, will have the advantage of familiar surroundings and the support of their passionate fans. This home field advantage might be very important to shift the odds in their favor.
Despite their impressive form since their promotion, Ipswich Town will face a challenging task against a Leicester side determined to rebound from recent setbacks. The game will likely be competitive, with both teams showcasing their strengths and tactical approaches. However, Leicester’s superior squad depth and experience in high-pressure situations may give them the edge to secure a victory.
Prediction: Leicester 2 – 1 Ipswich
Based on recent performances and the dynamics of the match, the prediction leans towards a 2-1 win for Leicester City. The Foxes are expected to capitalize on their home advantage and tactical prowess to overcome a resilient Ipswich Town side. Leicester’s attacking quality and ability to capitalize on crucial moments in the game will likely be the difference-makers, leading them to a narrow victory.
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