Brighton and Hove Albion vs Leicester City: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Brighton vs Leicester in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

Fixture: Brighton and Hove Albion vs Leicester City
Date: Saturday 12 April 2025
Kick-off: 15:00 BST
Venue: AMEX Stadium

This match is likely to be a closely contested affair, with both teams looking to bounce back from recent losses. Despite their injury concerns, Brighton has the home advantage and a slightly better recent record against Leicester. They will look to exploit their attacking options, particularly through Mitoma and Welbeck.

Leicester, on the other hand, is in desperate need of points to avoid relegation. Their defensive frailties have been evident, but they will rely on Vardy's experience and the creativity of their midfield to create scoring opportunities.

Match Prediction: Brighton 2-1 Leicester

The match is expected to be tight, but Brighton's home form and attacking prowess should see them edge out a struggling Leicester side.

Brighton's recent form has been inconsistent, with a mix of losses and wins in their last five league matches. Their results are as follows:

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Aston Villa (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Man City (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Fulham (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Bournemouth (H)
  

The Seagulls have shown resilience at home, securing victories against Fulham and Bournemouth in the Premier League, but their away form has been less convincing, with recent losses to Crystal Palace and Aston Villa. The draw against Manchester City highlights their ability to compete against top teams, but they will need to find more consistency to climb the table.

Leicester's form has been poor, with a string of losses in their last five matches. Their results are as follows:

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Newcastle (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Man City (A)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Man United (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Chelsea (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs West Ham (A)
  

The Foxes are struggling, having failed to score in their last five matches and suffering heavy defeats at home. Their away form has been equally disappointing, with losses to strong teams like Manchester City and Chelsea. Leicester will need a significant turnaround to avoid relegation.

Brighton and Leicester have had competitive encounters in recent years. Here are the results from their last five league meetings:

• Leicester 2-2 Brighton (08 December 2024)
• Leicester 2-2 Brighton (21 January 2023)
  
• Brighton 5-2 Leicester (04 September 2022)
  
• Leicester 1-1 Brighton (23 January 2022)
  
• Brighton 2-1 Leicester (19 September 2021)

Brighton has had the upper hand in recent home games against Leicester, with a notable 5-2 victory in September 2022. However, the last two meetings have ended in draws, suggesting closely contested matches between these two sides.

• Tariq Lamptey - Ankle injury, expected to miss the match.
• Igor Julio - Hamstring injury, doubtful for the game.
• Ferdi Kadioglu - Toe injury, likely to be out.
• James Milner - Hamstring injury, doubtful.
• Jason Steele - Shoulder injury, status unclear.
• Joel Veltman - Foot injury, doubtful.
  
• Georginio Rutter - Ankle injury, doubtful.
• Adam Webster - Muscle injury, doubtful.
• Jan Paul van Hecke- Suspended
  

Brighton's injury list is extensive, which could impact their lineup and tactical approach. The absence of key defenders like Lamptey and Webster might force changes in their defensive setup.

• Abdul Fatawu - Knee injury, doubtful for the match
• Facundo Buonanotte- Ineligible to play against his parent club.

Leicester's injury concerns are less severe, but the absence of Fatawu could affect their attacking options.

Given the injuries, Brighton might opt for a 4-2-3-1 formation:

Verbruggen; Hinshelwood, Cashin, Dunk, Estupinan; Baleba, Wieffer; Adingra, O'Riley, Mitoma; Welbeck

Leicester might stick with their 3-4-2-1 formation:

Hermansen; Faes, Coady, Thomas; Kristiansen, Ndidi, Soumare, Justin; Daka, El Khannouss, Vardy

• Kaoru Mitoma vs James Justin: Mitoma's dribbling and creativity will be crucial for Brighton, and Justin’s defensive skills will be tested.
• Jamie Vardy vs Lewis Dunk: Vardy's pace and finishing could pose a threat, but Dunk's experience and leadership will be vital in containing him.
• Wilfred Ndidi vs Mats Wieffer: Ndidi's ability to break up play will be key for Leicester, while Wieffer's passing and control will be essential for Brighton's midfield.
  

Brighton has won the last two home Premier League meetings with Leicester. This could provide a psychological boost for the Seagulls as they look to continue their strong home record against the Foxes.

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