Premier League: Leicester vs. Ipswich Picks — Relegated Rivals Collide at King Power Stadium (May 18)

A few months ago, it appeared as though this showdown could have huge stakes resting on the outcome. However, the uncertainty has disappeared, as Leicester and Ipswich’s relegations were confirmed a few weeks ago.

Both teams will already be planning for life back in the Championship next season. Leicester will bid farewell to a club legend at the King Power Stadium on Sunday, as Jamie Vardy plays in front of his home fans for the final time.

But, can the former England striker fire his side to a morale-boosting win against the Tractor Boys?

Odds

Foxes Hold Advantage Over Ipswich

Ipswich have a poor record against Leicester. The Tractor Boys have won just one of the last ten competitive meetings between the sides, with that victory coming at Portman Road in the second tier in March 2013.

The previous meeting between the teams this season ended in a draw, meaning Leicester are unbeaten in their last five against the Tractor Boys.

Leicester vs. Ipswich Key Stats

• Leicester have avoided defeat in their last two Premier League matches; marking the first time since December that they have avoided defeat in successive matchdays.
• Being on the road could be a positive for Ipswich, as they have lost each of their last eight at Portman Road.

Leicester Team News

Mads Hermansen, Bobby Reid, and Ricardo Pereira will not play again for Leicester this season. Harry Winks is still banned by the club.

Possible Lineup

J. Stolarczyk (GK); J. Justin, C. Coady, W. Faes, L. Thomas, W. Ndidi, O. Skipp, K. McAteer, J. Ayew, B. El Khannouss, J. Vardy

Ipswich Team News

Leif Davis returns from suspension this weekend. Sammie Szmodics could also feature. However, Jaden Philogene, Nathan Broadhead, and Wes Burns are all out.

Possible Lineup

A. Palmer (GK); A. Tuanzebe, C. Burgess, D. O’Shea, L. Davis, J. Taylor, S. Morsy, O. Hutchinson, J. Enciso, S. Szmodics, L. Delap

Leicester vs. Ipswich Picks

Both Leicester and Ipswich will be hopeful of ending this season on a winning note to ensure that they go into next season’s Championship with momentum behind them.

Leicester have dominated their previous clashes with the Tractor Boys, and the fact that they have taken four points from their last two matches could be worth supporting on Sunday.