Leicester vs Birmingham predictions, team news, betting tips, odds and Bet Builder

Leicester vs Birmingham kick-off, date & TV info Date Friday, August 29Kick-off 8pmVenue King Power Stadium, LeicesterCompetition ChampionshipTV Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports FootballBirmingham were knocked out of the League Cup on Tuesday, losing 1-0 at home to Port Vale, but they remain unbeaten in the Championship and will be aiming to keep that record intact at.Leicester have won two of their three league matches but are a point behind the Blues, who have won back-to-back league games and know that another three points will take them to the top of the table. Recommended Offer Get £50 In Free Bets When You Place £10 NEW CUSTOMER OFFER Free bets with Betfair’s Rewards Club 18+ T&Cs apply Place a min £10 bet on Sportsbook on odds of min EVS (2.0), get £50 in Free Bet Builders, Accumulators or multiples to use on any sport. Rewards valid for 30 days. Only deposits via cards or Apple Pay will qualify. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly. Leicester vs Birmingham betting tips & predictionsBest betBirmingham draw no bet1pts 21-20 HillsPlayer cardsOliver Skipp to be carded11-4 Hills, PowerLongshotBirmingham to win 2-110-1 bet365Leicester vs Birmingham preview Birmingham are determined not to hang around any longer than necessary in the Championship and they can boost their chances of a second successive promotion by defeating Leicester at the King Power Stadium.Two divisions separated the teams last season but they had contrasting experiences as Leicester lost 25 top-flight games while Birmingham cruised to the League One title with an EFL record 111-point haul.Given their exploits, Birmingham could have probably stuck with the same squad and been confident of competing at a high level in the Championship. But the Blues are hungry to win another promotion and have made several eye-catching signings.There is a significant gap in quality between the second and third tiers but Birmingham have seven points on the board and probably feel short-changed after conceding a controversial late penalty in a 1-1 draw at home to Ipswich on the opening night of the campaign.It is early days but the signs are positive for Chris Davies’s side, who have the division’s fifth-highest expected-goals figure of 5.38 and the second-lowest expected goals-against of 2.02.The early signs are positive for Birmingham boss Chris DaviesCredit: NurPhoto via Getty ImagesMeanwhile, Leicester seem to be struggling to readjust on their return to the Championship.They have six points on the board but all three performances have been unconvincing, and luck was firmly on their side last weekend when they won 1-0 at Charlton despite losing the shot count 20 to six.The Foxes won at the Valley thanks to a wonder strike from Abdul Fatawu, who missed much of last season due to persistent injury problems.Retaining the Ghanaian could be key for the Foxes, who have had a difficult summer with several player departures including first-team regulars Jamie Vardy, James Justin, Mads Hermansen and Wilfred Ndidi.Leicester’s squad still has a sprinkling of Premier League quality but it also looks thin on numbers and experience.Two 16-year-olds – midfielder Lewis Page and attacker Jeremy Monga – were in from the start against Charlton and are good examples of the excellent work being done by the club’s academy.However, Leicester are at risk of being over reliant on their young players and their lack of nous and physicality could be exposed by Birmingham, who look a solid wager in the draw-no-bet market.Combative Skipp could be cautionedSkipp is a hard-working midfielder, whose combative qualities should make him well suited to the Championship. He was booked eight times in 24 Premier League appearances last season and looks a strong caution candidate in what promises to be a physical encounter.Blues can bank another maximumBirmingham are a talented side with a knack of winning tight matches. Each of their three wins this season have been by a single goal and there is every chance of a narrow success over Leicester, who are likely to be carrying mental baggage from last season’s relegation. The Foxes were fortunate to win 1-0 at Charlton last weekend, but their luck may be about to run out.Leicester vs Birmingham Bet BuilderBoth teams to scoreLeicester have scored in every game this season and they can find the net against Birmingham, who are happy enough to take a few risks in the pursuit of victory.Jay Stansfield to score at any timeThe England Under-21 international is the Blues’ most potent attacker and can add to his seasonal three-goal tally.Seung-ho Paik over 0.5 shots on targetMidfielder Seung-ho Paik struck the winner in Birmingham’s 1-0 win at Oxford last Saturday and might fancy his chances of scoring against the Foxes. He has had four goal attempts in three league games and looks overpriced to register an effort on target.Pays out at 10-1 with Paddy PowerKey stats for Leicester vs Birmingham♦ Leicester have lost 19 of their last 26 league games♦ Three of Leicester’s last four matches have featured at least three goals♦ Birmingham are unbeaten in their last 16 league fixtures♦ The Blues have won three of their last six matches by a 2-1 scoreline♦ Both teams have scored in three of Birmingham’s last four league gamesLeicester vs Birmingham betting oddsSign up with Betfair to bet on Leicester vs Birmingham in the Championship. Here are the latest odds for Friday’s match.Odds correct at time of publishingWant more top football betting advice? Make sure you take a look at Racing Post Sport’s tips for more of the latest picks from our experts.Leicester vs Birmingham team news and predicted line-upsLeicesterStephy Mavididi (knock) is a doubt and Bilal El Khannouss continues to be linked wth a move away from the club. Victor Kristiansen, Harry Souttar and Bobby De Cordova-Reid are sidelined.Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Stolarczyk; Choudhury, Okoli, Vestegaard, Thomas; Soumare, Skipp; Fatawu, Daka, Monga; Ayew.Subs: Mavididi, Page, Pereira, Thomas, Winks, Faes, Nelson.BirminghamScott Wright (knee) is a long-term absentee and Marvin Ducksch is in contention after returning from injury in Tuesday’s 1-0 loss at home to Port Vale in the EFL Cup.Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Allsop; Osayi-Samuel, Neumann, Klarer, Laird; Iwata, Paik; Willumsson, Stansfield, Gray; FurushashiSubs: Ducksch, Fujimoto, Anderson, Doyle, Dykes, Cashin, Gardner-Hickman. 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Transfer focus: What all 20 Premier League teams need to do before the window shuts FAQs for Leicester vs BirminghamWhen is Leicester vs Birmingham in the Championship?The match kicks off at 8pm on FridayWhere is Leicester vs Birmingham being played?The fixture is taking place at the King Power Stadium in Leicester, England.Where can I watch Leicester vs Birmingham?The match is being screened live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football.What is the match betting for Leicester vs Birmingham?Leicester are the 7-5 favourites while Birmingham are a 13-8 chance. The draw is available to back at 15-8.Click for free bets and betting offers from the Racing PostCommercial notice: This article contains affiliate links. Offers are handpicked and come from operators our experts have first-hand experience of. Opening an account via one of these links will earn revenue for the Racing Post, which will be used to continue producing our award-winning coverage of horseracing and sports betting.