As Leicester City prepare to host Nottingham Forest at King Power Stadium for this Premier League clash, both sides will be looking to build on recent form.
Leicester City, under Steve Cooper, have managed to collect back-to-back victories after a shaky start to the season. Coming off a thrilling comeback win against Southampton, the Foxes are showing signs of improvement, particularly in attack.
Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest enter the match in strong form, sitting comfortably in eighth place. Nuno Espirito Santo’s side secured an impressive 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace in their last outing, and they remain unbeaten in six consecutive away games.
With Forest’s defensive resilience and Leicester's newfound attacking energy, this East Midlands derby promises to be a competitive affair.
Leicester City Predicted Lineup
Steve Cooper has a few selection dilemmas ahead of this match. Harry Winks is likely to start alongside Wilfred Ndidi in central midfield, replacing Oliver Skipp, who has struggled to make an impact in recent weeks.
Young winger Abdul Fatawu could be rewarded with a start after his lively performance against Southampton, where he contributed to Leicester’s attacking play despite only being used as a substitute.
The forward line will again be led by veteran striker Jamie Vardy. Vardy has been efficient this season, scoring three goals from just nine shots, and will be crucial to Leicester's attacking hopes.
At the back, Mads Hermansen will continue in goal, with Caleb Okoli and Wout Faes expected to anchor the defence.
Leicester Predicted Lineup to face Forest
Hermansen; Justin, Okoli, Faes, Kristiansen; Ndidi, Winks; Fatawu, Buonanotte, Ayew; Vardy
Here is how the side last lined up
Nottingham Forest Predicted Lineup
Nottingham Forest's last match saw them employ a solid 4-2-3-1 formation, and a similar setup is expected against Leicester. Chris Wood will spearhead the attack once again, fresh from scoring the winner against Crystal Palace.
The return of Morgan Gibbs-White and James Ward-Prowse, both from suspension, will provide an additional creative boost, although Gibbs-White may need to pass a late fitness test.
Forest's defensive line, led by Murillo and Ola Aina, has been among the league's best, conceding fewer goals than almost any other team this season. With their solid midfield pairing of Yates and Ward-Prowse, Forest will aim to control the tempo in this local derby.
Forest are likely to field a consistent lineup, with key players like Callum Hudson-Odoi and Anthony Elanga offering pace and width on the flanks. The defensive unit will be aiming to keep Leicester at bay, hoping to extend their unbeaten run on the road.
Nottingham Forest Predicted Lineup to face the Foxes
Sels; Aina, Murillo, Milenkovic, Moreno; Yates, Ward-Prowse; Hudson-Odoi, Anderson, Elanga; Wood
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