Leicester City vs Queens Park Rangers prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups – January 11, 2025
As part of the FA Cup Round of 64, Leicester City will face Queens Park Rangers on Saturday, January 11. The match is scheduled to kick off at 15:00 Central European Time. My prediction focuses on the winner of this game.
Match Preview
The arrival of Ruud van Nistelrooy has shaken things up at Leicester City, but the team still struggles to compete at the Premier League level. They remain near the bottom of the table, currently ahead of only a weak Southampton side.
Leicester will need to fight hard to maintain their place among the country’s top clubs, though their prospects are currently dim. Despite their struggles in the league, they should be capable of advancing to the next stage of the FA Cup.
Queens Park Rangers, meanwhile, are once again hovering around the mid-table of the Championship, often disappointing their fans as they fight to avoid relegation. This season doesn’t seem to be an exception.
The London club is unlikely to exceed expectations and will likely focus on securing their position in England’s second division. While their situation is relatively safe for now, the Championship’s unpredictability keeps things uncertain.
Match Facts
- Leicester has lost their last five matches.
- QPR has won only once in their last 10 away games.
- Leicester averages 1.2 goals per game at home, while QPR averages 0.8 goals per game away.
Probable Lineups
- Leicester City: Stolarczyk, Justin, Coady, Vestergaard, Thomas, Winks, Soumaré, Ayew, Daka, Mavididi, Vardy.
- Queens Park Rangers: Nardi, Paal, Fox, Dunne, Ashby, Dozzell, Chair, Morgan, Smith, Field, Fry.
Head-to-Head
The teams tend to deliver high-scoring matches, with 17 goals scored in their last four encounters.
Prediction
The hosts have a stronger squad and are rightly considered the favorites in this matchup. I believe the Foxes will capitalize on their opportunities and ultimately secure the win.
