Leicester City take on Rotherham at the King Power Stadium on Sunday 23 December to strengthen their position at the top of the Championship. Last Word on Football brings you the announced line-up for the East Midlands club.
Leicester City’s predicted line-up against Rotherham in the EFL Championship:
How has Leicester City been assembling the Rotherham squad lately?
Leicester City under the tactical leadership of Enzo Maresco have shown a fluid and flexible approach in their starting line-ups in recent years.
The Foxes have shown versatility in the last few weeks with different line-ups to suit different opponents and game scenarios. With Hermansen providing a reliable presence between the posts, the defensive unit led by Jaanik Vestergaard, Wout Faes, James Justin and Ricardo Pereira has shown resilience and flexibility.
The trio of midfielders Harry Winks, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Wilfred Ndidi organised the play with precision, controlled the tempo and contributed both in attack and defence.
The attacking trio of Abdul Fatawu, Stephy Mavididi and Patson Daka was a potent force, providing a multifaceted threat in the final third. Leicester City’s recent line-ups reflect a strategic flexibility that puts them in the role of a formidable force, adapting their game plan to achieve success in the Championship.
Leicester City’s recent form and tactics
The Midlands club are currently top of the table with 55 points, three points separating them from second-placed Ipswich Town. Leeds United are now a significant 13 points behind in third place. As the two closest opponents will face each other in the next round, there will be a chance to extend their lead.
Rotherham’s opponents are currently bottom of the Championship standings with 13 points. They have secured just one point from their last five games. They are without a win in ten matches. Their only win in their last 17 attempts came against Coventry City on 25 October.
Leicester City Injuries to consider:
According to the manager, Jamie Vardy and Kasey McAteer are still injured. Yunus Akgun and Callum Doyle have started training with the squad and will be assessed.
Leicester City’s expected squad
GK: Mads Hermansen
RB: Ricardo Pereira
CB: Jaanik Vestergaard
CB: Wout Faes
LB: Conor Coady
CDM: Harry Winks
MID: Wilfred Ndidi
MID: Kiernan Dewsbury Hall
LW: Stephy Mavadidi
ST: Kelechi Iheanacho
RW: Kasey McAteer.