LEICESTER VS WATFORD: PREVIEW
- Bobby Vincent
- Nov 30, 2018
- 2 min read
Saturday 01 December - 15:00 - King Power Stadium
TEAM NEWS
Leicester striker Jamie Vardy played all of his team's Carabao Cup win over Southampton on Tuesday night - so he should start.
Vicente Iborra is available again after a knee injury, but defender Harry Maguire remains sidelined.
Watford midfielder Tom Cleverley looks likely to feature for the Hornets for the first time since January.
Another boost for Watford, with Jose Holebas, Sebastian Prodl and Daryl Janmaat all being fit again and available for selection.
THE MANAGERS
Leicester boss Claude Puel has spoken regarding the importance to "manage" his squad as they enter the very demanding December schedule.
"It's crucial with my staff to manage this squad. These players sometimes they need just a rest or sometimes need more work to maintain the right rhythm.
"Training sessions are a la carte, you have to be like a chef to analyse what everyone needs in this moment, to prevent injuries and to keep the fitness."
Watford manager Javi Gracia believes the test on Saturday will be "demanding" and has heaped the praise on the Leicester City squad.
"They (Leicester) have good players. I like the way they are playing this season. It will be a very demanding game for us."
MATCH STATS
Leicester have beaten Watford in all four of their home matches in the Premier League.
Watford have won only one of their last 11 matches in Leicester in all competitions (D2, L8).
Jamie Vardy has only one home Premier League goal this season, failing to score in the last three games at the King Power - his longest drought in two years.
Watford have kept just one clean sheet in their last 12 away games in the Premier League.
The Hornets won their opening four Premier League games this season, but have since only picked up two wins in nine games.
BETTING ODDS
Leicester City: 5/4
Draw: 23/10
Watford: 13/5
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