Leicester vs Tranmere EFL Cup Prediction and Preview

Here is our prediction and preview for the upcoming EFL Cup game between Leicester and Tranmere Rovers taking place tonight.

 
7:00am on Tuesday 27th August 2024
By
Jake Skudder

Leicester City will host Tranmere Rovers in the second round of the EFL Cup at the King Power Stadium on Tuesday. The Foxes are aiming for their first competitive win under new manager Steve Cooper, while Tranmere Rovers are looking to build on their impressive start in both league and cup competitions.

Match Preview

Leicester City, who recently suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat against Fulham in the Premier League, will look to bounce back in this EFL Cup clash.

Meanwhile, Tranmere Rovers come into this match on a high after a 3-0 win against Accrington Stanley in the first round of the competition.

Leicester City

Leicester City Recent Form

Leicester's form has been mixed this season, having drawn their opening Premier League game against Tottenham Hotspur before losing to Fulham.

They have yet to find their footing under new management and will be eager to claim a morale-boosting win against lower-league opposition.

Leicester City Injury News

The Foxes will be without Patson Daka and Jakub Stolarczyk, who are both sidelined with ankle injuries.

Conor Coady is also out due to a thigh problem, while Luke Thomas is nearing a return but remains doubtful for the game.

Steve Cooper may rotate his squad, providing opportunities for players like Danny Ward, Caleb Okoli, and Kasey McAteer to start.

Tranmere Rovers

Tranmere Rovers Recent Form

Tranmere have had a strong start to the season, particularly defensively. They are the only team in League Two yet to concede a goal after three games, drawing two and winning one.

They also secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Accrington Stanley in the first round of the EFL Cup.

Tranmere Rovers Injury News

Tranmere face a more challenging situation with several injuries. New signings Declan Drysdale and Sam Finley, along with Luke Norris, Zak Bradshaw, Sam Taylor, and Josh Hawkes, are all ruled out.

However, Jordan Turnbull has returned to fitness and is available for selection.

Players To Watch

Leicester City Player To Watch

Kasey McAteer could be a player to watch for Leicester City. The young forward is likely to get a chance in this cup fixture and will look to impress Steve Cooper to cement a place in the starting XI.

Tranmere Rovers Player To Watch

Omari Patrick, who scored the decisive goal in Tranmere's recent 1-0 win over Walsall, will be key for the visitors. His ability to find the back of the net could prove crucial against a Premier League defence.

Prediction

Given Tranmere's early-season defensive record and Leicester's struggles in the Premier League, this match could be closer than expected. However, Leicester's superior quality and depth, even with a rotated squad, should see them through to the next round.

Prediction: Leicester City 3-0 Tranmere Rovers

For all of the analysis of Leicester City vs Tranmere as it happens live, check out our Live Update page for the game.

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