Our Chelsea vs Leicester Prediction: 3-1
Chelsea vs Leicester in the England Premier League is scheduled for an 14:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday March 9, 2025. We predict a 3-1 home victory, but with both teams posing an attacking threat, over 2.5 goals is another solid betting option.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Chelsea's Last Match – FC Copenhagen vs Chelsea
Chelsea will aim to maintain their momentum following a 2-1 UEFA Conference League triumph against FC Copenhagen on March 6. In that match, Chelsea recorded 62% possession, attempting 5 shots on goal, with 2 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
FC Copenhagen | 38% | 4 (2) | 0.38 | 24 |
Chelsea | 62% | 5 (2) | 0.36 | 26 |
Leicester's Last Match – West Ham vs Leicester
After suffering a 0-2 England Premier League loss to West Ham, Leicester must win to get back on track. In that match, Leicester saw 42% of the ball and created 5 goal attempts, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
West Ham | 58% | 3 (2) | 1.33 | 54 |
Leicester | 42% | 5 (2) | 0.37 | 35 |
Chelsea vs Leicester Stats
Key Stats
| Chelsea | Leicester | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.34 | Attacking Strength | 0.6 |
| 0.67 | Defence Strength | 1.66 |
| 1.3 | Points Per Game | 0.6 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 0/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 0/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 9/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Chelsea are averaging 2.1 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while Leicester average 1.0 scored and 2.3 conceded per game.
Chelsea 21-15
Leicester 10-23
What are the odds for this match?
Chelsea to win: @1.181
Draw: @8
Leicester to win: @12
Lineups
Chelsea (4-2-3-1) : Robert Sanchez, Wesley Fofana, Tosin Adarabioyo, Levi Colwill, Marc Cucurella, Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, Pedro Neto, Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho, Christopher Nkunku
Leicester (4-4-2) : Mads Hermansen, James Justin, Wout Faes, Conor Coady, Victor Kristiansen, Bilal El Khannouss, Wilfred Ndidi, Boubakary Soumare, Luke Thomas, Jamie Vardy, Patson Daka