Manchester United – Leicester
Our Man United – Leicester tip is: Both teams score and over 2.5 goals – 1.91 odds
- The last direct duel ended 5-2 for United
- Leicester scored in every PL game
- Under van Nistelrooy, United scored eight times in their last three games
This Sunday, Manchester United and Leicester City face each other in a thrilling Premier League clash at Old Trafford. Both teams are under pressure ahead of this game as they are in inconsistent form. Manchester United currently occupy 13th place in the table with twelve points from ten games and a goal difference of 9-12. The Red Devils have struggled to convert their chances in recent matches, as reflected in their low goal count and negative goal difference. Man United won 2-0 against PAOK in the Europa League midweek and continue their good run under interim coach van Nistelrooy.
Leicester City are just behind United in 15th place with ten points and a goal difference of 14:18. The Foxes have proven to be dangerous in attack, but their inconsistent defensive performance and late goals have cost them important points. Both teams go into this game with the aim of collecting much-needed points and improving their position in the table.
The game promises to be a hard-fought duel, as both teams are at a stage of the season where every point can be crucial. Fans can look forward to an intense afternoon in Manchester, with both teams looking to reverse their current form. In the last clash between the two teams, there was a 5-2 win for Manchester United, who were playing for the first time under van Nistelrooy. Find out whether things will go better for the Foxes this time in our Man United – Leicester betting tip.
Man United – Leicester info
- Date & time: 10/11/2024, 3:00 pm
- Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
- Competition: Premier League, 11th matchday
- TV broadcast/livestream: SKY
Man United form & record check
Manchester United are going through a difficult patch in the current Premier League season. With just twelve points from their first ten games, the Red Devils have their worst record at this point in a season since 1986/87, when they only managed eight points. Particularly alarming is the low number of just nine goals scored – their lowest tally since the 1973/74 season.
Another challenge is converting big chances. United are bottom of the league with a conversion rate of just 19.4% (six out of 31), which is underlined by a significant negative difference between goals scored (nine) and expected goals (16.8). This discrepancy of -7.8 shows that United are lagging far behind their potential results.
United and Fernandes score against Leicester
However, there are also bright spots: Bruno Fernandes is a guarantee for danger against Leicester. In his seven appearances from the start against the Foxes, he made eight direct goal contributions – four goals and four assists. He last scored twice against Leicester in the EFL Cup last month.
Manchester United have also won 16 of their last 18 matches against promoted sides, with their last defeat in this context coming against Watford in November 2021 (4-1). United have scored in 28 consecutive Premier League matches against Leicester, a run only bettered by their scoring streak against Arsenal (30 matches between 1953 and 1968).
Man United Facts & Analysis
- Worst PL start to a season since 1986/87
- Lowest goal count since 1973/74
- scored against Leicester in last 28 games
Leicester form & record check
Leicester City have been impressively consistent in front of goal in the current Premier League season. They are one of only two teams, along with Manchester City, to have scored at least one goal in all ten matches so far. This streak of scoring goals since the start of the season is particularly remarkable for Leicester and has only been surpassed in the 2018/19 (eleven matches) and 2015/16 (17 matches in the championship season) seasons.
Leicester dangerous until the last minute
Leicester’s unique away-game streak is also striking: in each of the last four games, goals have been scored from the 90th minute onwards, decisively influencing the result. This remarkable streak includes a draw against Crystal Palace, a defeat against Arsenal, a win over Southampton and a draw against Ipswich Town – a record run in the history of the Premier League.
Leicester have also been efficient in front of goal, leading the way in this statistic with 55% (11 of 20 big chances). Jordan Ayew has also contributed to the team’s sharpness, scoring two goals as a sub this season, both in second-half added time. These late strikes earned wins over Southampton and a draw against Ipswich.
Leicester facts & analysis
- Leicester have scored in every PL game so far
- Best conversion rate from big chances
- Last game against United was a 5-2 loss
Man United interim coach Ruud van Nistelrooy made no system changes after the sacking of Ten Haag. He also continues to rely on a 4-2-3-1 system. The Red Devils will hope to follow up their debut victory in the cup against Leicester with another victory in the league against the Foxes at Old Trafford. Injured are Tyrell Malacia (knee injury) and Daniel Gore (shoulder injury).
Leicester City will also line up in a 4-2-3-1 system under the leadership of Steve Cooper. Coady could replace the injured Vestergaard in central defense. In attack, the Foxes will be hoping for the next Jamie Vardy goal or another late Ayew strike.
Manchester United v Leicester Head to Head & Statistics
Manchester United and Leicester City have played each other 98 times in Premier League history. In this head-to-head comparison, Manchester United have won 49 games, while Leicester City have emerged victorious 24 times. 25 games have ended in a draw.
In terms of goal scoring, Manchester United have scored 209 goals in these encounters while Leicester City have scored 136. This record shows that Manchester United have the upper hand historically, but Leicester City have proven time and again that they are capable of upsets.
Head to Head (H2H)
