CHELSEA head to Leicester looking to close the gap on the third-placed Foxes.
Frank Lampard’s men start the game eight points adrift of Leicester and with just one win in their last four Premier League games.
Lampard may see the FA Cup as his best route to a debut season trophyCredit: Getty Images – Getty
It’s been a superb season for Brendan Rodgers, but he must pick his side up from the devastating Carabao Cup semi-final loss to Aston Villa.
Leicester are still in pole position for a Champions League spot, although they haven’t beaten Chelsea here since 2015.
Harvey Barnes grabbed a goal and an assist for Leicester in the West Ham winCredit: EPA
What time is kick-off?
THIS Premier League clash is set for Saturday, February 1.
It’s the lunchtime offering and comes at you from Leicester’s King Power Stadium.
When Chelsea visited this ground last season, they left with a point following a dour 0-0 draw.
Kick-off is set for 12.30pm GMT.
For those of you on the East Coast of the USA, that’s 7.30am.
Chelsea held out for a 2-1 against Championship HullCredit: Reuters
Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
FOR viewers here in the UK, BT Sport will be showing this game live.
Coverage will begin at 11.30am on BT Sport 1 and on 4K via BT Sport Ultimate.
If you have a BT Sport subscription, download the official app on your mobile, tablet or PC to stream.
For those of you in the USA, this game will be shown on both NBC SN and Universo.
You can stream the game live without cable with a FREE Hulu trial, or on Sling Blue.
How can I watch for free?
IF you have a phone contract with EE then you can watch three months of BT Sport completely FREE.
Simply text SPORT to 150 to start your trial, with casting available from your mobile to a Smart TV.
You can always cancel at anytime.
What is the team news?
DESPITE still suffering from a glute issue, Jamie Vardy looks set to play for the hosts.
Otherwise Leicester have no other new injury problems, with Rodgers faced with a dilemma on how to fit his attacking options all into one side.
Tammy Abraham is a doubt for the Blues, with Michy Batshuayi on standby should the England striker be ruled out.
Reece James is also available for selection, but Christian Pulisic remains frustrated by an adductor injury.
Match odds
- Leicester to win – 6/4
- Draw at the King Power – 5/2
- Chelsea to triumph – 33/20
- Both teams to score – 1/2
*All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
