The Ruud van Nistelrooy era at Leicester City began with a bang as the Foxes claimed a vital 3-1 victory over West Ham in midweek, a result that provided breathing room from the relegation battle.
Now, they return to the King Power Stadium, hoping to extend their momentum and put even more distance between themselves and the bottom three. Leicester’s solid recent record in Sunday Premier League home matches—six wins, three draws, and just one defeat—offers further encouragement.
However, their overall home form this season has been far from stellar. With only two wins from seven league games at the King Power, the Foxes have struggled to turn their ground into a fortress. Complicating matters is their recent history against Brighton, with Leicester winless in their last four top-flight encounters. Yet, a victory here would mark an exciting milestone for Van Nistelrooy, who could become only the third Leicester manager to win his first two Premier League games in charge.
Brighton, meanwhile, arrive in the East Midlands seeking to bounce back from a 3-1 defeat to Fulham. That match saw head coach Fabian Hürzeler absent from the touchline due to a suspension, but his return could provide a timely boost. The Seagulls have alternated between wins and losses in their last five away league games, and they’ll be hoping to continue that pattern with another victory on the road.
The challenge for Brighton is significant, as they’ve yet to win a Premier League match at the King Power. In fact, their last victory at Leicester came over a decade ago, back in April 2014. With their recent struggles against newly-promoted sides—five draws and just one win in their last seven league matches against such opponents—the odds seem stacked against them to break that streak.
Leicester’s attack could play a decisive role, particularly with Jamie Vardy’s uncanny knack for finding the net against teams with “Albion” in their name. Vardy has scored an impressive 11 goals in his last 14 league appearances against such sides, making him a key figure to watch. On the other hand, Brighton’s João Pedro has proven to be a second-half specialist, scoring 12 of his 14 Premier League goals after the break. His ability to impact games late on could be crucial in turning the tide for the visitors.
One intriguing aspect of Brighton’s season has been their consistency—or lack thereof—during the first half of away games. They are one of just two Premier League sides who have yet to record a draw at half-time in their away fixtures, often starting fast or finding themselves chasing the game. This trend could play a significant role in shaping the rhythm of Sunday’s encounter.
With both teams looking to rebound from contrasting midweek fortunes, this clash promises to be an intriguing battle. Leicester will aim to consolidate their position and give their fans a reason to believe in the new managerial era, while Brighton seek to steady the ship and overcome their poor record on this ground. Expect an engaging contest, with individual brilliance and tactical adjustments likely to tip the scales in this Premier League showdown.
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