Do Christmas miracles exist? Leicester City certainly hopes so as they prepare to face Liverpool on Boxing Day at Anfield on Thursday, December 26, at 3:00 p.m. ET.
Here is my Leicester vs. Liverpool prediction for Thursday’s clash.
Leicester City vs. Liverpool Prediction, Odds
| Foxes Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+2.5 +120 | 2.5 -500o / 350u | +2200 |
| Liverpool Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-2.5 -154 | 2.5 -500o / 350u | -1200 |
- Leicester City vs. Liverpool moneyline odds: Leicester City +2200, Draw +1100, Liverpool -1200
- Leicester City vs. Liverpool over/under: 2.5 Goals (Over -500, Under +350)
- Leicester City vs. Liverpool pick: Liverpool to win and to score first
I am backing Liverpool to win and to score first in the Liverpool vs. Leicester City match.
Leicester Prediction
Leicester’s return to the Premier League has been far from what their fans dreamed of. With just one win in their last nine matches, only two points keep them out of the relegation zone and a potential return to the second division next year.
Steve Cooper’s tenure as manager lasted just five months, and in late November, Ruud van Nistelrooy arrived, hoping to turn the situation around. “We know it’s going to be a long season where we’re fighting until the end to show we deserve to play in this league,” said the Dutchman ahead of the Boxing Day clash.
Assembling the XI to face Liverpool will be a significant challenge due to numerous injuries. Talisman and star player Jamie Vardy is doubtful for the attack, and the availability of goalkeeper Mads Hermansen is also uncertain.
Liverpool Prediction
Sitting at the top of the Premier League with a four-point lead and a game in hand, leading in the Champions League, and already into the EFL Cup semifinals, the Slot Machine shows no signs of slowing down.
Their defensive solidity, led by Virgil van Dijk, the wide play with Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson, and a versatile midfield with Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch, make them a seamless machine. Upfront, the gears are well-oiled too, with Luis Díaz and Salah performing at a high level.
At 32 years old, the Egyptian seems unstoppable. He has climbed to fourth place on Liverpool's all-time goalscorers' chart and is the favorite to become the Premier League's top goalscorer this season, overtaking Erling Haaland.
Last Sunday’s brutal 6-3 away win against Tottenham extended their unbeaten run to 12 matches in the domestic league and 21 in all competitions. The Reds aim to maintain this streak as 2024 comes to a close.
Leicester City vs. Liverpool Prediction
The 84.5% probability of a Liverpool win is the highest of all Premier League sides on Matchday 18. A dominant performance by the home team is expected.
Leicester have not won any of their past 10 matches at Anfield and have also lost 17 of their past 19 games against teams that started the day atop the Premier League. They’ve failed to keep a clean sheet in their past 11 matches and have conceded seven goals in their past two games (4-0 against Newcastle and 3-0 vs. Wolverhampton).
The Reds also boast a strong Boxing Day record, having won their past seven matches played on this date. Christmas celebrations often extend into Anfield, and all signs suggest this year will be no different.
Leicester City vs. Liverpool Pick: Liverpool to win and score first
