Leicester vs Stoke City Football Match Stats & Results Saturday, 22 November, 2025 9:00

📋 Preview: Leicester vs Stoke City | Championship 2025-2026, Matchweek 16

📖 Introduction

This Championship clash sees Leicester City, currently sitting in 12th place with 21 points, host third-placed Stoke City, who have amassed 27 points. Both teams come into this match with differing objectives; Leicester aims to climb the table after a rough patch, while Stoke hopes to maintain their promotion push.

🏠 Leicester Analysis

Leicester's recent form has been concerning, with just one victory in their last five matches (WDLLL). Their home performances have been particularly lackluster, managing only four draws and one loss in their last five outings, averaging a mere 0.6 goals scored and conceding 1 per match. The expected goals (xG) data shows that they’ve been creating slightly more than they’ve scored, with an xG of 1.08 at home. Their last match was a morale-boosting 2-1 win against Norwich, but they will need to build on that momentum as they prepare to face a strong Stoke side.

✈️ Stoke City Analysis

Stoke City enters this match with a mixed bag of results, having won three of their last five matches (LWWWL). Their away form has been solid, with two victories and two draws in their last five away fixtures, scoring an average of 1 goal while conceding 0.6. The Potters have shown resilience on the road, with an xG of 1.02 indicating they are creating enough chances to remain competitive. However, they will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing 1-0 loss to Coventry in their last outing.

🔄 Head-to-Head

Historically, Leicester has had the upper hand in this matchup, winning both of their last two encounters without conceding a goal (2 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses). The average of 3.5 goals per game in their head-to-head meetings suggests that these matches can be quite high-scoring, making for an exciting contest.

🔑 Key Factors

One of the critical matchups will be Leicester’s defensive setup against Stoke’s attack. With Leicester struggling to find consistency at the back, they have averaged 1.4 goals conceded per match recently, which could be an avenue for Stoke to exploit. Conversely, Stoke’s recent goal-scoring average of 1.8 per match bodes well for their attacking intentions. Moreover, Leicester’s reliance on core players like J. Vestergaard to stabilize their defense will be crucial as they attempt to contain Stoke’s offensive threats. Both teams will need to capitalize on their xG discrepancies; Leicester must convert their chances while Stoke looks to reverse their recent dip in form.

🎯 AI Prediction

Outcome Stoke City wins Leicester 1 – 2 Stoke City. Given Leicester's struggles at home and Stoke's stronger away form, coupled with their higher goal-scoring potential, the prediction leans towards an away victory.

💡 Betting Tips

Team Total Under @ 1.35 (70.9%). This recommendation aligns with Stoke's ability to keep goals conceded low on the road, predicting they will hold Leicester to under 1.5 goals. Bet responsibly.

📋 Preview: Leicester vs Stoke City | Championship 2025-2026, Matchweek 16

📖 Introduction

This Championship clash sees Leicester City, currently sitting in 12th place with 21 points, host third-placed Stoke City, who have amassed 27 points. Both teams come into this match with differing objectives; Leicester aims to climb the table after a rough patch, while Stoke hopes to maintain their promotion push.

🏠 Leicester Analysis

Leicester's recent form has been concerning, with just one victory in their last five matches (WDLLL). Their home performances have been particularly lackluster, managing only four draws and one loss in their last five outings, averaging a mere 0.6 goals scored and conceding 1 per match. The expected goals (xG) data shows that they’ve been creating slightly more than they’ve scored, with an xG of 1.08 at home. Their last match was a morale-boosting 2-1 win against Norwich, but they will need to build on that momentum as they prepare to face a strong Stoke side.

✈️ Stoke City Analysis

Stoke City enters this match with a mixed bag of results, having won three of their last five matches (LWWWL). Their away form has been solid, with two victories and two draws in their last five away fixtures, scoring an average of 1 goal while conceding 0.6. The Potters have shown resilience on the road, with an xG of 1.02 indicating they are creating enough chances to remain competitive. However, they will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing 1-0 loss to Coventry in their last outing.

🔄 Head-to-Head

Historically, Leicester has had the upper hand in this matchup, winning both of their last two encounters without conceding a goal (2 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses). The average of 3.5 goals per game in their head-to-head meetings suggests that these matches can be quite high-scoring, making for an exciting contest.

🔑 Key Factors

One of the critical matchups will be Leicester’s defensive setup against Stoke’s attack. With Leicester struggling to find consistency at the back, they have averaged 1.4 goals conceded per match recently, which could be an avenue for Stoke to exploit. Conversely, Stoke’s recent goal-scoring average of 1.8 per match bodes well for their attacking intentions. Moreover, Leicester’s reliance on core players like J. Vestergaard to stabilize their defense will be crucial as they attempt to contain Stoke’s offensive threats. Both teams will need to capitalize on their xG discrepancies; Leicester must convert their chances while Stoke looks to reverse their recent dip in form.

🎯 AI Prediction

Outcome Stoke City wins Leicester 1 – 2 Stoke City. Given Leicester's struggles at home and Stoke's stronger away form, coupled with their higher goal-scoring potential, the prediction leans towards an away victory.

💡 Betting Tips

Team Total Under @ 1.35 (70.9%). This recommendation aligns with Stoke's ability to keep goals conceded low on the road, predicting they will hold Leicester to under 1.5 goals. Bet responsibly.