Written by Darry Worthington for @Hollywoodbets. Follow them both on Twitter and Facebook now!
Leicester City v Manchester City | Tuesday 29 November | King Power Stadium | 21:45
If I mentioned that Leicester City could possibly start the New Year as league leaders in the Barclays Premier League, many would have thought it was bonkers! However, the Foxes’ remarkable form has truly revitalised the EPL, breaking the recent dominance of the top-spending clubs. This Tuesday, they face one of those giants in Manchester City, and you can bet they’re eager to finish the year with a massive win on home soil at the King Power Stadium.
Will the Tigers pull off the unthinkable, or will Manchester City clinch a crucial victory to head into the New Year on a high?
To Win (90 Mins)
Leicester 57/20
Draw 57/20
City 8/10
Leicester
The Foxes are not invincible. They ended their six-game unbeaten away streak with a tough loss to Liverpool last Saturday, where they appeared visibly drained. With a packed fixture schedule and a squad that lacks depth for resting key players, Leicester will likely have tired legs at the King Power Stadium on Tuesday evening.
Jamie Vardy and Riyad Mahrez, the team’s standout stars, were both substituted 20 minutes before the end of the previous match, a wise move by Claudio Ranieri to preserve their fitness and avoid injury during this demanding period. This strategic rest might just give them the energy boost needed to shine in this crucial fixture.
Manchester City
While Leicester is grappling with fatigue, Manchester City enjoy the luxury of a big, talented squad that allows them to stay fresh and competitive. The Sky Blues showcased their strength with a commanding win over Sunderland on Boxing Day, closing the gap on Arsenal and eyeing a strong finish to the year in second place.
Against the Black Cats, City played with ruthless efficiency. Key players such as Yaya Toure, Sterling, Bony, and De Bruyne all made their mark on the scoresheet. The team looks rejuvenated and motivated as they prepare to face Leicester.
Manager Manuel Pellegrini will be keen to see his star players maintain this fitness and intensity, especially amidst the swirling rumours around managerial changes with Pep Guardiola and Mourinho in the background. A Premier League title or Champions League success would certainly secure Pellegrini’s legacy.
Verdict: Manchester City 8/10
Given Leicester’s stretched resources and City’s current form, betting on the Citizens to secure the win at an attractive price of 8/10 seems like a smart play.
