Leicester City prepares to face Newcastle United in their upcoming fixture, various factors contribute to the anticipation surrounding this match. Historically, both clubs have demonstrated a competitive spirit, with Leicester's recent resurgence and Newcastle's strategic investments enhancing the stakes. The current form of each team will play a critical role in determining the outcome, as both sides aim for crucial points in their respective campaigns.
The hosts are 19th in the table with a meagre 17 points, 15 adrift of safety with eight games to play.
Brentford, and Eddie Howe's side will be confident of securing three points here.
The Magpies are well in the Champions League mix and will climb up to fifth with a victory. They will hope to use this game as a chance to improve their goal difference, with fourth-placed Chelsea currently seven goals better off.
Leicester City lost away in their last game, making it seven consecutive losses. Manchester City won 2-0 at Etihad Stadium. The East Midlands outfit recorded just 27% possession and didn’t have any shots on target.
Newcastle United made it back-to-back wins after a 2-1 home success over Brentford at St James' Park. Eddie Howe's team enjoyed 49% possession and four shots on goal, with Alexander Isak and Sandro Tonali on the scoresheet.
Leicester City possible starting lineup: Hermansen; Thomas, Faes, Okoli; Justin, Ndidi, Soumare, Kristiansen; El Khannouss, Ayew; Vardy
Newcastle United possible starting lineup: Pope; Krafth, Schar, Burn, Livramento; Guimaraes, Tonali, Willock; Murphy, Wilson, Barnes
Newcastle United have already won the Carabao Cup but want more than that this season. They still have a good chance of qualifying for next season's Champions League, especially if five qualifihcation positions become available. Midweek saw them recover from their lengthy celebrations to get a 2-1 home win over Brentford. They will be hopeful of earning another three points from this match. 
Live streaming options for this encounter are widely available across various platforms, providing fans with easy access to the match. Services such as NBC Sports and Sky Sports typically offer comprehensive coverage, allowing viewers to engage with live commentary and analysis. Additionally, social media platforms may provide real-time updates for those unable to watch the game directly.
The predicted lineups indicate that Leicester will likely adopt an aggressive approach, capitalizing on home advantage. Conversely, Newcastle may opt for a more defensive strategy while exploiting counter-attacking opportunities. Overall, this matchup promises to deliver an exciting contest that could significantly impact both teams' aspirations for success this season.
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