Bristol City vs. Leicester Prediction Tips (March 29, 2024)

As the Championship season progresses, the action heats up with Bristol City set to take on Leicester in an eagerly anticipated match at the Ashton Gate Stadium on Saturday. Our experts at 24hscore have meticulously analyzed this fixture and prepared a comprehensive forecast for fans and bettors alike.

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Bristol City

Bristol City began the season with aspirations of challenging for a Premier League promotion spot, briefly occupying a position in the upper echelons of the league table. However, as the campaign unfolded, their hopes waned, and they currently find themselves in 14th place after 38 rounds. While relegation worries have been allayed, the dream of promotion remains distant. Manager Liam Manning’s squad has endured a rough patch, suffering defeat in four of their last five matches, including a recent 0-2 loss to West Bromwich Albion.

Leicester

Initially, Leicester seemed destined for promotion, confidently leading the Championship for a significant portion of the season. However, a series of unfortunate results in February saw them relinquish their lead to Leeds, now trailing only on goal difference. Manager Enzo Maresca’s Ipswich is in close pursuit, trailing Leicester by just a point. Another stumble could see the “Foxes” slip to third place. In their previous match, Leicester settled for a 2-2 draw against Hull City.

Interesting Match Facts and Head-to-Head History

Leicester secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Bristol City in the first leg.
The “Foxes” have emerged victorious in their last three encounters against Bristol City.
Historically, only one team managed to score in three out of the last six meetings between these sides.
Over 2.5 goals were scored in three out of the last six meetings, adding to the unpredictability of the fixture.

Bristol City vs. Leicester Prediction

As the business end of the season approaches, Leicester must regroup to avoid being drawn into playoff battles. Bristol City’s recent form has been lackluster, providing the “Foxes” with a favorable opportunity to secure all three points. Our prediction leans towards “Leicester to win.”

With both teams eager to claim victory and secure vital points in the Championship race, fans can expect an intense and closely contested battle at the Ashton Gate Stadium on Saturday.