Southampton vs Leicester Predicted Lineups: Premier League

12:00pm on Thursday 17th October 2024
By Jake Skudder

Southampton and Leicester City, two teams promoted from the Championship last season, are set for an important game this weekend as both aim to find their footing in the Premier League.

Southampton have struggled, claiming only one point so far, while Leicester will be looking to build on their recent victory over Bournemouth. This match presents a chance for both sides to prove their credentials in the top flight, with Southampton in desperate need of a win and Leicester hoping to improve their poor away form.

The Saints' home fans will be hoping for better on Saturday after a series of frustrating results, while Leicester come into this fixture buoyed by their last win but still wary of their troubles on the road.

Southampton Predicted Lineup

Southampton manager Russell Martin has seen his side struggle in attack, so changes may be on the cards. Cameron Archer’s recent goal against Arsenal suggests he will retain his place up front.

Injury doubts around Ross Stewart might see him miss out, leaving the forward spots open for Ben Brereton Díaz or Adam Armstrong. Martin is likely to shift back to a 4-2-3-1 formation after experimenting with a back five in the last game.

Lesley Ugochukwu could return to midfield, potentially replacing a more defensive setup, and Tyler Dibling, who has impressed in his recent starts, should keep his spot on the left wing.

Southampton Predicted Lineup to face Leicester City

Ramsdale; Sugawara, Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Taylor; Ugochukwu, Downes, Fernandes, Aribo, Dibling; Archer.

Here is how the side last lined up

Leicester City Predicted Lineup

Steve Cooper will likely keep faith with the same starting XI that secured a win over Bournemouth. Jamie Vardy, with an impressive record of eight goals against Southampton, is set to lead the line again.

Facundo Buonanotte, who netted the winner last time out, should also keep his place in the midfield.

Defensively, Leicester are expected to stick with their solid 4-5-1 setup, with Mads Hermansen continuing in goal after a standout performance against Arsenal.