Premier League 2024-2025: Brighton vs Leicester Prediction

Brighton

Home Team
95%
VS

Leicester

Away Team
2%
Draw: 3%
Over 2.5: 47%
Under 2.5: 53%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Liverpool 31 22 7 2 72 30 42 73
2 Arsenal 31 17 11 3 56 26 30 62
3 Nott'm Forest 31 17 6 8 51 37 14 57
4 Chelsea 31 15 8 8 54 37 17 53
5 Newcastle 30 16 5 9 52 39 13 53
6 Man City 31 15 7 9 57 40 17 52
7 Aston Villa 31 14 9 8 46 46 0 51
8 Fulham 31 13 9 9 47 42 5 48
9 Brighton 31 12 11 8 49 47 2 47
10 Bournemouth 31 12 9 10 51 40 11 45
11 Crystal Palace 30 11 10 9 39 35 4 43
12 Brentford 31 12 6 13 51 47 4 42
13 Man United 31 10 8 13 37 41 -4 38
14 Tottenham 31 11 4 16 58 45 13 37
15 Everton 31 7 14 10 33 38 -5 35
16 West Ham 31 9 8 14 35 52 -17 35
17 Wolves 31 9 5 17 43 59 -16 32
18 Ipswich 31 4 8 19 31 65 -34 20
19 Leicester 31 4 5 22 25 70 -45 17
20 Southampton 31 2 4 25 23 74 -51 10

Recent Trends

Brighton ❌ ❌ ⚪ ✅ ✅

  • Last Match: ❌ vs Crystal Palace (Goals: 1 - 2)
  • 2nd Last Match: ❌ vs Aston Villa (Goals: 0 - 3)
  • 3rd Last Match: ⚪ vs Man City (Goals: 2 - 2)
  • 4th Last Match: ✅ vs Fulham (Goals: 2 - 1)
  • 5th Last Match: ✅ vs Bournemouth (Goals: 2 - 1)

Leicester ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌

  • Last Match: ❌ vs Newcastle (Goals: 0 - 3)
  • 2nd Last Match: ❌ vs Man City (Goals: 0 - 2)
  • 3rd Last Match: ❌ vs Man United (Goals: 0 - 3)
  • 4th Last Match: ❌ vs Chelsea (Goals: 0 - 1)
  • 5th Last Match: ❌ vs West Ham (Goals: 0 - 2)

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Brighton

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.56
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.03
# Clean Sheets: 0

Leicester

Average Expected Goals (xG): 0.47
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.98
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Brighton and Leicester is poised heavily in favor of the home side, with a staggering 95.0% probability of Brighton securing a victory. In stark contrast, Leicester's chances of pulling off an upset stand at a mere 2.0%, while a draw is slightly more probable at 3.0%. Brighton sits comfortably in 9th place with 47 points, whereas Leicester languishes in 19th, teetering on the brink of relegation with just 17 points. The likelihood of the match featuring under 2.5 goals is 47.0%, suggesting a more defensive encounter.

Match Analysis

Brighton's recent form has been mixed, with a notable 2-2 draw against Manchester City being a highlight amid losses to Crystal Palace and Aston Villa. The Seagulls have struggled defensively, conceding an average of 1.2 goals in their last five outings, yet they manage to find the back of the net with a modest average of 1.4 goals per game. Their expected goals metrics suggest they are capable of producing more, sitting at 1.558, but their lack of clean sheets indicates a vulnerability at the back. Leicester, on the other hand, is mired in a dismal run, having failed to score in their last three matches against formidable opponents like Newcastle, Manchester City, and Manchester United, conceding a total of 8 goals. Their offensive struggles are highlighted by an average of just 0.4 goals per game, with their expected goals even lower at 0.47. Defensively, they have been porous, allowing 2 goals per game on average, which paints a grim picture of their ability to contain Brighton's attack.

Final Prediction

Brighton's edge in this matchup is underscored by their superior league position and more robust attacking metrics. Their ability to create scoring opportunities, despite recent losses, gives them the upper hand against a Leicester side that has been unable to find any rhythm or defensive solidity. A key factor to watch will be Brighton's ability to convert chances into goals, capitalizing on Leicester's defensive frailties to secure the predicted victory.