Leicester vs Birmingham Prediction 29.08.2025
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Leicester vs Birmingham Prediction
Leicester vs Birmingham Prediction and Betting Tips for Friday’s Championship clash at the King Power Stadium. The Foxes will try to build on their narrow win over Charlton, while Chris Davies’s men aim to keep their unbeaten run alive. For a broader look at the league, you can always check out Championship Predictions from XpertStats tipsters.
- Leicester have won their last six matches against Birmingham.
- Birmingham remain unbeaten in the Championship this season.
- Abdul Fatawu scored the winner for Leicester in their last outing.
- A victory would take Birmingham to the top of the table, at least temporarily.
Leicester’s start under Marti Cifuentes has been a mixed bag: two league wins and one defeat, plus a penalty shootout loss in the EFL Cup. But there’s a sense that the Foxes are slowly finding their feet again. Abdul Fatawu’s strike at The Valley last weekend was the perfect response to their setback against Preston. Can they use that momentum to reassert themselves at home? History certainly favors them six straight wins against Birmingham is no small feat.
That said, Cifuentes still has problems to juggle. Injuries to Victor Kristiansen, Harry Souttar and Bobby De Cordova-Reid leave gaps in the squad, and there’s uncertainty around Bilal El Khannouss, who remains linked with a move away. On the plus side, Stephy Mavididi could return after missing the Charlton match, which would add an extra spark down the wing. The King Power crowd will expect Leicester to keep their dominant run going, but expectations can weigh heavy.
Birmingham, meanwhile, arrive with confidence. Fresh off a League One title, they’ve settled into Championship life without missing a beat. Seven points from their first three matches have them sitting pretty in the top five. Paik Seung-ho’s winner against Oxford was the highlight of last weekend, though their midweek EFL Cup exit to Port Vale was a reality check. Still, their league form is intact and that’s what really matters right now.
Chris Davies will want his side to prove they can finally topple their Midlands rivals. It’s been nearly 14 years since Birmingham last beat Leicester in league play, which is a stat that cuts both ways: motivation for the Blues, pressure for the Foxes. With Jay Stansfield buzzing in attack and new signings bedding in nicely, there’s reason to believe Birmingham can push Leicester to the limit. Breaking that hoodoo won’t be easy, but unbeaten sides often play with a fearlessness that makes them dangerous. If they can stay sharp, this could be the night the narrative changes.
Whatever the outcome, this one feels like it’s set up for drama. Leicester’s dominance collides with Birmingham’s momentum and something’s got to give. For fans, neutrals, and punters alike, it’s a fixture that offers both history and unpredictability. And that’s exactly what keeps us coming back. When it comes to Championship Predictions, this one is as tricky as they come.
Both Leicester and Birmingham head into Friday’s clash with plenty of attacking options, and that makes BTTS a strong play. Leicester have found the net in each of their league matches under Marti Cifuentes, with Abdul Fatawu and Patson Daka looking sharp in forward areas. Birmingham, meanwhile, carry momentum from their promotion-winning season and have already shown their ability to score against solid Championship defenses, with Jay Stansfield in particular making an impact. Leicester’s defensive injuries, including Harry Souttar and Victor Kristiansen, leave gaps that Birmingham’s pace and movement can exploit. On the flip side, Leicester’s strong head-to-head record suggests they’ll get on the scoresheet themselves, especially at the King Power where they rarely draw a blank. Birmingham’s unbeaten start is impressive, but their defense has conceded in two of their last three league outings. That combination points to goals at both ends.
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