Leicester return to the Championship spotlight this Sunday as they host a crisis-hit Sheffield Wednesday at the King Power Stadium (18:30 GMT+3). The Foxes will be looking to set the tone early in 2025/26 after cruising to promotion last term. As for Wednesday, off-field chaos threatens to derail their campaign before it’s even begun.
Here’s my Leicester vs Sheffield Wednesday prediction and betting analysis.
Leicester vs Sheffield Wed Tips
- Leicester vs Sheffield Wed: Leicester -2 ( at N/A)
- Leicester vs Sheffield Wed: Leicester 3-0 ( at N/A)
*Odds correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Leicester vs Sheffield Wed Odds
| Result | Odds |
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| Draw |
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*Odds correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
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Leicester vs Sheffield Wed Predictions
Leicester’s squad depth and rhythm should dictate the tempo
The Foxes arrive with confidence after a strong pre-season. They picked up five wins from six warm-up games, including a 2-0 victory over Fiorentina — a result that underlines both their squad cohesion and match sharpness. Despite losing club icon Jamie Vardy over the summer, Leicester retain the core of a team that competed in the Premier League just over three months ago.
The contrast in resources is stark. Leicester’s squad is valued at over ten times that of Sheffield Wednesday’s — a figure that reflects not only quality but depth. That matters here. In early-season fixtures, rhythm and squad condition often define outcomes, and the Foxes look significantly better prepared on both fronts.
With a settled lineup, recent goalscoring form, and home support behind them, Leicester should have the structure and control to dominate.
Tip: Leicester -2 ( at N/A)
Sheffield Wednesday’s squad crisis could spell early trouble
It’s difficult to overstate the level of instability at Hillsborough. Fourteen players have exited this summer amid unpaid wages and a transfer embargo. New manager Henrik Pedersen takes charge of a depleted squad that appears ill-equipped for the demands of the Championship.
Wednesday’s off-field issues are reflected on the pitch. The current group lacks experience and match readiness, and cohesion will be hard to build under such pressure. While the fans are expected to travel in numbers, the mood surrounding the club is one of uncertainty — hardly the backdrop for a competitive away performance.
Against a well-drilled Leicester side, the risk of collapse is real. Pre-season offered little in the way of encouragement for Wednesday, and if the tempo rises early, they may struggle to contain the hosts.
Tip: Leicester 3-0 ( at N/A)
