West Ham vs Leicester: Preview, Free Tip & Prediction

22.08.2021 12:00

The second round of England's top competition will conclude tonight's thrilling clash between the European Cup aspirants. The Hammers from London, together with Czech players Tomas Soucek and Vladimir Coufal, will challenge the Leicester Foxes. 

Basic information, news, and team form

West Ham have got off on the right foot for the new Premier League season. At St. James' Park, despite being down twice, they managed to turn the result around in the second half with a 2-4 aggregate score. Among West Ham's scorers was Czech midfielder Tomáš Souček, who was the quickest to find the net after a penalty that was not given by Antonio. His goal was further added to by West Ham: Aaron Cresswell, Said Benrahma, and Jamaican striker Michail Antonio.

The Foxes also made a winning start to the new season as they managed to thump a fighting Wolves team at home at the King Power Stadium. The milestone of the match was the celebration of Jamie Vardy, who after his goal late in the first half, ran in celebration in front of the away side's cauldron and howled at them like a wolf. For the last two seasons, Leicester has narrowly missed out on a position in the top four guaranteeing they will play in the millionaire's champions league each time. If the Foxes want to break into England's top echelon they need to start winning duels like these. 

 

 

Betdoin's view of the match 

The odds on this match are fairly even. The bookmakers slightly favour West Ham at odds of 2.65 due to the home environment. A Foxes win can be played at odds of 2.75. Bookmakers don't expect many goals in this match, the goal line breaks at over 2,5. Our clever Betdoin algorithm sees value in this match because of the low goal line, just in betting on a goal either to fall in the first half or for both clubs to assert themselves. It also seems to be an interesting option to bet on the home side without a draw, who have managed to win their last 2 competitive Premier League games against Leicester.  

 

 

Absentees and estimated line-ups 

The only reported injured West Ham player remains Arthur Masuaku, who still hasn't healed his injured knee. But apart from him, David Moyes will have all his charges available. 

Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that he has the pairing of James Maddison and defender Timothy Castagne, who picked up a facial injury at the Euros, returning from injury. On the other hand, who will not be available to the Northern Irishman are a quartet of players, Wesley Fofana, Nampalys Mendy, Johny Evans, and James Justin, who are still out with their long-term injuries. 

West Ham - estimated line-up:

Fabianski - Coufal, Dawson, Ogbonna, Cresswell - Rice, Soucek - Bowen, Fornals, Benrahma - Antonio

Leicester - estimated line-up:

Schmeichel - Pereira, Vestergaard, Soyuncu, Castagne - Ndidi, Tielemans - Perez, Maddison, Barnes - Vardy

 

Free tip for West Ham vs Leicester - Over 2,5 goals (1,80)

 

West Ham vs Leicester FAQ:

Where to watch West Ham vs Leicester live on TV?  The match is being broadcast on Canal+, RMC Sport, Movistar+.

What players to watch during the match? Antonio, Soucek, Vardy, Tielemans. 

Who are the favourites for the match? According to the bookmakers, West Ham is the favourite (2.65).

How did the last game between the two teams end? West Ham 3:2 Leicester, 14/4/2021. 

What time does the game start? Kick-off at 21:00. 

What stadium will the game be played in? Olympic Stadium (London)

Where can I find the match at Betdoin? Full statistics can be found here

 

 

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