LEICESTER’S bid to reach the Champion’s League has suffered a minor a setback with back-to-back losses.
The Foxes – who were stunned by a second-half Burnley fightback on Sunday – will be going for maximum points as they welcome West Ham for a midweek fixture under the lights.
Jamie Vardy after Leicester’s 2-1 loss to BurnleyCredit: Reuters
West Ham continue to float dangerously close to the drop but are picking up points under David Moyes, with four from a possible nine so far under the Scot.
What time does Leicester vs West Ham kick off?
West Ham will journey north up the M1 for their clash with Brendan Rodgers’ men.
Kick off is at 7.30pm on Wednesday, January 22.
The last game between the sides saw the Foxes win 2-1 at the London Stadium following goals from Kelechi Iheanacho and Demarai Gray.
What TV channel is it on and can I live stream it for FREE?
This midweek Premier League offering will be screened live in the UK on BT Sport 2.
Coverage begins at 7pm.
BT Sport subscribers can also live stream all the action by downloading the BT Sport app on a number of supported devices.
And EE phone customers can watch the drama unfold for FREE.
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What is the team news?
The Hammers will be travelling without Jack Wilshire who’s recovering from a groin injury.
Andriy Yarmolenko is also out of contention with a torn abductor muscle.
Meanwhile Leicester’s Wilfred Ndidi and Bartosz Kapustka are both being treated for knee problems.
Ndidi isn’t expected to make his return until February.
Leicester’s Wilfred Ndidi is expected to return from injury in FebruaryCredit: PA:Press Association
Stat Attack!
- West Ham have won only one of their last five Premier League games since Boxing Day.
- The Hammers – who are currently 16th – hope to avoid defeat after dropping four points in their last two games.
- The Foxes have endured two defeats in a row including a shock 2-1 loss to Southampton.
What are the odds?
Leicester are favourites to beat West Ham for the second time in less than a month.
A win would put them level on points with Manchester City if Sheffield Utd beat Pep Guardiola’s side.
Latest odds from Ladbrokes are:
- Leicester 8/15
- West Ham 24/5
- Draw 16/5
*Odds correct time of publication
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
