Six-time holders Chelsea will be back at home at Stamford Bridge this Sunday, March 9, 2025, as they host a struggling and relegation-threatened Leicester City in the English Premier League. Africa Football editor Allan Damba looks into the upcoming clash.
Match Overview
Chelsea, who have struggled in recent months, managed to bounce back with a commanding 4-0 victory over Southampton last time out. They now sit fifth with 46 points after 27 matches, keeping their hunt for a place in next season’s UEFA Champions League very much alive.
On the other hand, Leicester City are flirting with relegation, having struggled massively for results this season. They sit 19th in the 20-team table, with just 17 points from 27 matches. Their latest setback came in a 2-0 defeat at the hands of West Ham.
Chelsea Recent Form Analysis
Enzo Maresca’s team has been far from its best in the last five matches across all competitions, suffering three defeats and securing two wins. During this spell, the Blues have found the back of the net eight times while conceding just as many.
- Last Five Games: 2 wins, 3 losses.
- Latest Result: Chelsea 4-0 Southampton.
Leicester Recent Form Analysis
Leicester City are enduring one of their worst runs in Premier League history, suffering defeat in each of their last five games across all competitions. Ruud van Nistelrooy’s team has managed to score just one goal in that period while conceding a massive 14.
- Last Five Games: 5 losses.
- Latest Result: West Ham 2-0 Leicester City.
Head-to-Head (Last Five Games)
- Leicester 1-2 Chelsea
- Chelsea 4-2 Leicester
- Leicester 1-3 Chelsea
- Chelsea 2-1 Leicester
- Chelsea 1-1 Leicester
Our Prediction for Chelsea vs Leicester
Chelsea have dominated this fixture in recent meetings, and given Leicester’s struggles, that trend is likely to continue. However, both teams have managed to score in each of the past five encounters.
Punters are advised to bet on a Home Win (1) with odds of 1.20 on 1xBet. Alternatively, they can stake on Both Teams to Score (YES) with odds of 1.80 on 1xBet.
Player to Watch
Wilfred Ndidi: The Nigerian midfielder, one of Leicester City’s most experienced players, will need to be at his absolute best if they are to secure a positive result at Stamford Bridge. Across all competitions this season, he has played 22 times, scoring once and providing four assists.
Related article: Unveiling the Salary Story of Wilfred Ndidi
Best Odds and Betting Tips
We’ve identified the following as the best tips for this match:
- Home Win (1) with odds of 1.20 on 1xBet.
- Both Teams to Score (YES) with odds of 1.80 on 1xBet.
