Premier League: Leicester vs. Southampton Picks — Relegated Rivals Collide at King Power (May 3)

Leicester and Southampton will already be preparing for next season, as their relegations back to the Championship have been confirmed.

It has been a miserable season in the Premier League for both sides, with the Saints still on course to break the unwanted record for the lowest points tally.

Leicester have suffered defeats in three of their last four without scoring, and their miserable form continued following a comprehensive 3-0 defeat at Wolves last Saturday.

Odds

Foxes Chasing Fourth Straight Win Over Saints

Leicester have a dominant record against Southampton across the last two seasons.

The Foxes completed the double over the Saints in the Championship last season, and they recorded a 3-2 win at St. Mary’s earlier this season. Southampton have won just once in their last four trips to the King Power Stadium.

Leicester vs. Southampton Key Stats

• Leicester have conceded the opening goal in 29 of their 34 Premier League matches this season.
• Southampton have dropped 28 points from winning positions in the Premier League this term, the most of any side.

Leicester Team News

Bobby Reid has been ruled out of this weekend’s clash with the Saints. Harry Winks is still banned by the club, while Stephy Mavividi, Harry Souttar, and Abdul Fatawu are unlikely to feature again this term.

Possible Lineup

M. Hermansen (GK); R. Pereira, W. Faes, C. Coady, J. Justin, B. Soumare, H. Winks, B. El Khannouss, K. McAteer, J. Ayew, J. Vardy

Southampton Team News

Charlie Taylor is unlikely to return this weekend. Ryan Fraser and Juan Larios are also doubtful to feature again in the 2024-25 season.

Possible Lineup

A. Ramsdale (GK); J. Bednarek, J. Stephens, T. Harwood-Bellis, K. Walker-Peters, F. Downes, A. Lallana, R. Manning, M. Fernandes, K. Sulemana, R. Stewart

Leicester vs. Southampton Picks

Southampton and Leicester have both endured miserable campaigns in the Premier League this season, and their poor form makes it challenging to predict a winner.

However, the preference is for the home side, due to their excellent record against the Saints. Despite being relegated, Saturday could give home fans something to cheer about.