Leicester vs. Middlesbrough: Key Match Statistics Revealed
Leicester City is determined to revive their promotion aspirations as they host Middlesbrough at the King Power Stadium. The match is scheduled for Tuesday at 19:45 GMT. Leicester currently sits 14th in the Championship after a disappointing performance, having lost their last three league matches. They have secured only one victory in their last five outings.
Middlesbrough, on the other hand, is aiming for automatic promotion but faced a setback in their previous match. Watford defeated them, marking only their second loss of the season. Previously, they had a successful visit to the King Power Stadium, winning 2-1 in February 2024. However, Middlesbrough has not claimed consecutive victories at Leicester since the early 2000s.
Match Statistics and Team Performance
Here are some key statistics relevant to the upcoming clash:
- Leicester’s recent form: One win in five matches.
- League Position: Leicester – 14th; Middlesbrough – contending for promotion.
- Previous Encounter: Middlesbrough won 2-1 at King Power Stadium in February 2024.
- Historical Performance: Middlesbrough has won just two of their last 20 away league games against relegated teams.
Managerial History
Leicester’s head coach, Marti Cifuentes, has struggled against Middlesbrough, losing all three league matches against them. However, he has found success against Boro’s manager, Rob Edwards, winning both encounters when Edwards was in charge at Luton Town. The results were both 2-1 in favor of Cifuentes’ team.
As the match approaches, both teams will look to improve their standings and assert their ambitions for the season. Leicester seeks to end their losing streak, while Middlesbrough aims to bounce back and reaffirm their promotion prospects.
