Leicester City vs Southampton Prediction Betting Tips & Preview

Leicester City vs Southampton Odds

Date: 03/05/25
Kick-off time: 15:00
Venue: King Power Stadium

Relegation is confirmed for both clubs, as two fallen Premier League giants battle for pride at the King Power Stadium on Saturday. Both sides are destined for the Championship next season, yet the fight to avoid finishing bottom adds a tinge of tension to this otherwise meaningless clash. Leicester, under the troubled reign of Ruud van Nistelrooy, have been in freefall, while Southampton’s slow demise has raised fears they could equal Derby County’s historically poor points tally. The reverse fixture in October ended in a thrilling 3-2 win for the Foxes – one of their few bright moments this campaign.

Leicester City vs Southampton Team News

In terms of Leicester v Southampton team news, the Foxes remain without Abdul Fatawu, who is not expected to feature again this season, while Odsonne Edouard is likely to return and could provide much-needed attacking impetus.

Southampton could see the return of several key players, with Charlie Taylor and Ryan Fraser expected to be back in contention. Fraser’s experience and attacking flair may offer a glimmer of hope for the Saints, who also await a late decision on midfielder Albert Gronbaek’s availability, although his chances of featuring are slim.

Leicester City vs Southampton Betting Tips

When analysing Leicester v Southampton betting tips, form – or the lack thereof – must be the central narrative. Leicester are winless in their last 12 outings in all competitions, having scored just two goals in their previous 11 Premier League matches. Their last home victory came months ago against West Ham, and they’ve now conceded 34 goals in 17 home fixtures this season, winning just twice.

Southampton, by contrast, come into this on a similarly dismal run – nine matches without a win – but they’ve shown marginally more attacking verve than Leicester. They’ve scored in four of their last five matches, with encouraging draws against West Ham and Crystal Palace hinting at slightly better cohesion.

Leicester may boast a three-game winning streak against Southampton, including a comeback 3-2 win earlier this season, but their complete collapse in recent weeks has rendered past performances almost irrelevant. With confidence shattered and no defensive solidity, there’s little to suggest the Foxes can capitalise, even at home.

Leicester City vs Southampton Match Prediction

Our Leicester v Southampton prediction leans marginally towards an away win – though it’s a low-confidence tip in a fixture marred by inconsistency, lack of motivation, and shocking defensive displays. While both teams are poor, Southampton have at least shown signs of life in front of goal.

Leicester, meanwhile, have been blunt in attack and woeful at the back. Their lack of clean sheets – none in their last 30 matches in all competitions – is damning. Ruud van Nistelrooy’s win rate of 13% further underlines the dire state of affairs.

With Southampton needing just one point to avoid infamy and having a marginally better recent record, we foresee them edging this fixture.

Match Prediction: Draw. Bet with bet365.

Leicester City vs Southampton Correct Score Tips & Prediction

Turning to the Leicester v Southampton score prediction, it’s difficult to back either side to score multiple goals given their respective attacking woes. Leicester have found the net just twice in their last 11 games, while Southampton have only scored more than once on one occasion in the same period.

Expect a scrappy, low-quality affair decided by a single moment of quality – or perhaps a defensive blunder. A clean sheet may just be achievable for Southampton, who are likely to set up cautiously.

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

Leicester City vs Southampton Over & Under Goals Betting Tips

Given how toothless both teams have been, the Leicester v Southampton Over/Under goals prediction is heavily weighted towards the under markets. Leicester’s last five games have all gone under 2.5 goals, and with only one goal in their last five home fixtures, they pose little attacking threat.

Southampton’s matches have been marginally more open, but rarely high-scoring. They’ve managed to score just 13 goals in 17 away matches, and their 35 goals conceded on the road highlights how quickly games can get away from them.

Nevertheless, with pride and statistical humiliation on the line, we expect both sides to approach this fixture with caution.

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

Leicester City vs Southampton Bet Builder Tip

For our Leicester v Southampton Bet Builder tip, we expect a low-scoring match with one standout player potentially influencing proceedings. Jamie Vardy has a stunning record against the Saints, scoring nine goals in his career against them, including in all of their last three meetings. Even in a declining side, he remains Leicester’s biggest threat.

However, we’re leaning towards Southampton here. A conservative bet builder reflecting a tight game might include:

• Southampton or Draw (Double Chance)
• Under 2.5 Goals
• Jamie Vardy to Score Anytime

Vardy is still capable of producing moments of magic, and even if Leicester don’t win, he may find the net for pride’s sake. Combine that with a low goal count and a result favouring the Saints for a solid value builder.

Bet Builder Tip: Southampton or draw (double chance), under 2.5 goals, and Jamie Vardy to score anytime. Bet with bet365.

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