Leicester City is gearing up to host West Bromwich Albion this weekend in a crucial match for both sides.
Enzo Maresca’s team is under pressure after Southampton’s recent victory over Preston North End, making the race for automatic promotion even tighter. With Leicester having suffered two consecutive defeats, they need to regain momentum quickly.
Sitting in second place, just one point ahead of Leeds United and four clear of Southampton, Leicester cannot afford any slip-ups in the final stretch of the season. Three wins from their remaining four games would secure automatic promotion, but they face a West Brom side without their top scorer, Brandon Thomas-Asante, who is serving a suspension.
In Thomas-Asante’s absence, Josh Maja is expected to step up, having previously scored against Leicester in December. However, West Brom will also miss key players Daryl Dike and Jayson Molumby due to injury.
With both teams known for their defensive prowess, the match is expected to be a tight affair, possibly requiring a late goal to decide the outcome. Maresca will need to utilize his substitutes wisely, as tactical changes could be crucial in such a closely contested game.
Meanwhile, Leicester City has seen notable improvements from several players under Maresca’s management. Ricardo Pereira has been reinvigorated as an inverted right-back, while Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has excelled in a more advanced midfield role. Additionally, Jannik Vestergaard has become a mainstay in the defense, defying earlier expectations.
Despite recent setbacks, Leicester remains in control of their promotion destiny. The team must focus on getting back to winning ways against West Brom and maintain their positive mindset for the remaining fixtures. With the support of the fans and a clear strategy from Maresca, Leicester City aims to secure their return to the Premier League.
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