Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Match Preview
A massive Championship clash takes place at the King Power Stadium on Saturday, 13 December 2025. Leicester City, aiming to climb back into the playoff conversation, currently sit 14th with 27 points. They bounced back with a 3–1 win over Derby but have been inconsistent. Ipswich Town are flying high in 5th with 31 points, firmly in the playoff mix. The Tractor Boys are looking to build on their dominant 3–0 win over Coventry and cement their status as promotion contenders.
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Match Info
- Competition: English Championship (Matchday 20)
- Venue: King Power Stadium, Leicester (Capacity: 32,261)
- Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025
- Kickoff: 12:30 GMT | 13:30 CET | 18:00 IST
- Referee: Thomas Kirk (ENG)
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Match Stakes
Leicester City (14th — 27 pts):
- Win → Moves to 30 pts; closes gap to playoffs to just 1 point
- Draw → Stuck in mid-table obscurity; momentum from Derby win lost
- Loss → Drops to bottom half; pressure mounts on the manager
Ipswich Town (5th — 31 pts):
- Win → Moves to 34 pts; solidifies playoff spot and pressures top 2
- Draw → Keeps ticking over, but risks dropping to 6th or 7th
- Loss → Could fall out of the playoff places if rivals win
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Team News
Leicester City:
- Kristiansen V. — Out (Knock)
- Okoli C. — Out (Knee Injury)
- Souttar H. — Out (Achilles Tendon Injury)
- Ramsey A. — Out (Hamstring Injury)
- Soumare B. — Questionable (Knee Injury)
Ipswich Town:
- Burns W. — Out (Knee Injury)
- Townsend C. — Out (Knee Injury)
- Monga J. — Out (Inactive)
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Leicester City
- 06/12 — 3–1 vs Derby County (League)
- 29/11 — 2–3 vs Sheffield Utd (League)
- 26/11 — 0–3 vs Southampton (League)
- 22/11 — 2–1 vs Stoke City (League)
- 08/11 — 2–1 vs Norwich City (League)
Ipswich Town
- 06/12 — 3–0 vs Coventry (League)
- 03/12 — 1–1 vs Blackburn (League)
- 29/11 — 1–2 vs Oxford Utd (League)
- 26/11 — 2–0 vs Hull City (League)
- 22/11 — 0–0 vs Wrexham (League)
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
- 18/05/2025 — Leicester 2–0 Ipswich (Premier League)
- 02/11/2024 — Ipswich 1–1 Leicester (Premier League)
- 23/01/2024 — Leicester 1–1 Ipswich (Championship)
- 27/12/2023 — Ipswich 1–1 Leicester (Championship)
- 22/02/2014 — Leicester 3–0 Ipswich (Championship)
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)
Leicester City (4-3-3)
Hermansen; Pereira, Faes, Coady, Justin; Winks, Skipp, Ndidi; Fatawu, Vardy, Mavididi
Ipswich Town (4-2-3-1)
Muric; Johnson, O’Shea, Greaves, Davis; Morsy, Phillips; Hutchinson, Chaplin, Szmodics; Hirst
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Impact Bench
Leicester City: Daka (Speed), Buonanotte (Creativity)
Ipswich Town: Broadhead (Goal threat), Luongo (Midfield control)
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Tactical Analysis
Leicester City
At home, Leicester will look to dominate possession through Harry Winks. Their main threat is the pace of Abdul Fatawu and Stephy Mavididi on the wings. Without Kristiansen and Okoli, their defense is vulnerable to crosses. They must transition quickly to catch Ipswich unsettled.
Ipswich Town
Kieran McKenna’s side is renowned for their high-intensity pressing and fluid attack. Even away from home, expect them to take the game to Leicester. Leif Davis will push high from left-back to create overloads, while Omari Hutchinson cuts inside. Ipswich will target the space behind Leicester’s full-backs on the counter.
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Key Battles
- Vardy vs Greaves — veteran savvy vs defensive grit
- Morsy vs Winks — battle for midfield tempo
- Davis vs Fatawu — key duel on the flank; attacker vs attacker
- Hutchinson vs Justin — pace mismatch
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Spotlight Players
Leicester City — Abdul Fatawu
The Ghanaian winger is electric. His ability to beat his man and deliver crosses for Jamie Vardy is Leicester’s best route to goal.
Ipswich Town — Leif Davis
The assist king of the Championship. His delivery from set-pieces and open play is Premier League quality. Leicester must stop his supply line.
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Prediction
Leicester City 2–2 Ipswich Town
Both teams have plenty of attacking firepower but suspect defenses. Leicester have the home advantage, but Ipswich are more consistent this season. A high-scoring, entertaining draw seems the most likely outcome.
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Betting Insights
- Both Teams to Score — YES
- Over 2.5 Goals — Likely
- Double Chance — Ipswich or Draw
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — Where to Watch
- UK: Sky Sports Football
- International: ESPN+ (USA), DAZN (Canada/Select Regions)
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town — FAQs
Q: When is the Leicester vs Ipswich match?
A: The match kicks off on Saturday, 13 December 2025, at 12:30 GMT.
Q: Where is the match being played?
A: It will be played at the King Power Stadium in Leicester.
Q: Is Wes Burns playing for Ipswich?
A: No. Wes Burns is ruled out with a knee injury.
Q: Who is the referee?
A: Thomas Kirk will officiate the match.
Q: What was the score last time they met?
A: Leicester won 2–0 in the Premier League in May 2025.
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