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Claude Puel to make 8 changes – Strongest 4-2-3-1 Leicester City XI to face Newcastle United

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Predicted Leicester City line-up to face Newcastle in the Premier League

Leicester City took it to penalties to get past Wolverhampton Wanderers in the League Cup. Thanks to stand-in goalkeeper Danny Ward, who saved three of the five spot-kicks, the Foxes went through to the next round.

The former Premier League champions return to take on Newcastle United in the league this weekend. The Magpies have been dreadful so far and will definitely be wary of a number of threats in this game. Claude Puel must not get complacent given that Rafa Benitez’s teams tend to make a pragmatic approach.

Team News

Demarai Gray will be out for this game after suffering an injury against Wolves. Matty James is still out and will be unavailable for this game.

Probable Leicester City XI

Manager: Claude Puel

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Kasper Schmeichel (GK)

Despite Ward’s heroics in midweek. Schmeichel should return to the line-up for this game.

Daniel Amartey (RB)

Puel has preferred Amartey over Ricardo Pereira in the last few weeks. The Ghana international has shown more defensive solidity.

Harry Maguire

Wes Morgan (CB)

The captain was superb against Wolves in midweek and should lead the Foxes at the back once again.

Harry Maguire (CB)

Maguire will partner Morgan in this game after receiving a week’s rest.

Ben Chilwell (LB)

The youngster has been one of the standout performers for the Foxes this season. He should start this game.

Wilfred Ndidi (RCM)

Ndidi’s relentless running and tough-tackling make him an indispensable player in this team.

Nampalys Mendy (LCM)

Mendy has been fruitful with his short passing and distribution in the middle of the park. He ensures stability as well.

Rachid Ghezzal (RAM)

Ghezzal was once again impressive for the Foxes in midweek as he twisted and turned against the defenders. Should start on the right-hand side of the midfield.

Kelechi Iheanacho (CAM)

With Demarai Gray out injured, Iheanacho might be used on a more regular basis now. The Nigerian should sit behind the striker for this game.

James Maddison (LAM)

Maddison has looked classy and brilliant so far. He was rested in midweek and will pull the strings for the Foxes against the Magpies.

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Jamie Vardy (ST)

Vardy will now be aiming to get some minutes under his belt after missing a few games through suspension. He scored and assisted in the last fixture.

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Manchester City Women Cruising to WSL Title After Demolishing Leicester 6-0 as Champions Elect Maintain Commanding Eight Point Lead at Top of Table

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Manchester City Women showcase their strength with a 6-0 win against Leicester, maintaining an eight-point lead in the WSL as they eye the title.

Manchester City Women are absolutely cruising towards another Women’s Super League title after demolishing Leicester City 6-0 at the Joie Stadium. The champions elect maintain a commanding eight point lead at the top of the table and look completely unstoppable at this stage of the campaign.

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Vivianne Miedema grabbed a first half brace while Bunny Shaw scored her 15th goal of the season as City completely dominated the newly promoted Foxes. Leicester came closest when Alisha Lehmann hit the post early on, but that was as good as it got for the visitors. This victory marked City’s 10th WSL win over Leicester and extended their incredible run to nine straight meetings without conceding a single goal against them.

https://twitter.com/ManCityWomen/status/2023404864311853286

Spurs Hit Seven Past Villa

Tottenham produced the performance of the weekend by thrashing Aston Villa 7-3 at Villa Park. Spurs absolutely battered Villa in the first half with Signe Gaupset, Bethany England, and Olivia Holdt all finding the net before halftime. Cathinka Tandberg came off the bench to grab a brace in the second period as Tottenham ran riot.

Villa did grab three consolation goals through Kirsty Hanson twice and Oriane Jean-François, but were completely outclassed. This result keeps Tottenham firmly in the hunt for European qualification spots and shows they are hitting peak form at exactly the right time.

United Edge Past London City

Manchester United secured a hard fought 2-1 victory over London City Lionesses to maintain their grip on second place. The newly promoted visitors shocked Old Trafford by taking the lead through Nikita Parris after just five minutes. Jess Park dragged United level before Millie Turner headed home the winner in the 79th minute.

Chelsea beat Liverpool 2-0 at Kingsmeadow while Everton edged West Ham 1-0. Brighton versus Arsenal was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.

Also read: Everton Fans Will Love What Yuka Momiki Did After Women’s Third Win in a Row as Japan Star Stays Behind to Let Every Child Hold Player of the Match Trophy

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Manchester United Women Player Ratings vs Leicester City: Elisabeth Terland’s a Super Sub

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The player ratings from Manchester United Women’s match against Leicester City, highlighting Elisabeth Terland's impact and Julia Zigiotti Olme's performance.

Marc Skinner’s side continued their unbeaten start to 2026 in the Women’s Super League with a deserved 2-0 victory over Leicester at the King Power Stadium. Swedish star Julia Zigiotti Olme was key to United’s win with a goal and an assist, while super sub Elisabeth Terland made the game safe late on.

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United started brightly and were ahead after 13 minutes when Zigiotti Olme’s cross beat Olivia Clark and crept in at the far post. Melvine Malard was twice denied by Clark before halftime as United dominated but couldn’t extend their lead.

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The pressure eventually told late on when Terland made the game safe. Zigiotti Olme won the ball back high up the pitch and fed Terland, who showed great footwork to fire a low shot across the goal to seal a deserved victory.

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Goalkeeper & Defence

Phallon Tullis-Joyce (7/10): Called into action on several occasions but looked confident with no real scares.

Hanna Lundkvist (6/10): Did a good job filling in. Had a chance from a corner but couldn’t keep her header down.

Maya Le Tissier (7/10): Commanding performance from the captain who dealt comfortably with Leicester’s threat.

Dominique Janssen (7/10): Good shift alongside Le Tissier as Leicester struggled to cause problems.

Anna Sandberg (8/10): Strong showing from left back, always getting forward with good deliveries. Lucky to escape a penalty shout.

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Midfield & Attack

Hinata Miyazawa (7/10): Great partnership with Zigiotti Olme on show again. Sent in an excellent ball for Schuller.

Julia Zigiotti Olme (8/10): United’s best player by a distance. Broke deadlock with cross that crept in before teeing up Terland. Absolutely outstanding.

Lisa Naalsund (6/10): Really quiet showing after starring against Liverpool. Hooked just after the hour.

Jess Park (6/10): Not at her best as Leicester kept her quiet. Engineered a chance, but the ball got stuck under her feet.

Lea Schuller (7/10): Her presence might have distracted the goalkeeper for the opener. Worked hard up front.

Melvine Malard (8/10): A real nuisance, making great runs. Had sights on the goal but couldn’t beat Clark.

https://twitter.com/ManUtdWomen/status/2020186545076994520

Subs & Manager

Jayde Riviere (7/10): Solid showing off the bench. Good block on Alisha Lehmann late on.

Fridolina Rolfo (6/10): Had some good moments but couldn’t conjure up the second goal.

Elisabeth Terland (8/10): Loves scoring against Leicester. Five goals in five outings against the Foxes. Incredible record.

Simi Awujo (7/10): Forced Clark into a good save. Looked lively.

Marc Skinner (7/10): Happy with the win but disappointed by the margin. United dominated but needs more ruthlessness in front of the goal.

https://twitter.com/LCFC_Women/status/2020207180897743164

Also read: Manchester United WFC vs. Liverpool WFC : Predicted Lineups + Match Preview

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Leicester City Women vs. Manchester United Women: Predicted Lineups + Match Preview

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Dive into our comprehensive preview of the Leicester City Women vs. Manchester United Women

Leicester City Women host Manchester United at the King Power Stadium on Sunday as both sides look to strengthen their positions in the WSL table. The Foxes sit ninth with 12 points from 14 matches, while United occupy fifth place with 27 points, just one point behind third placed Arsenal in the race for automatic Champions League qualification.

Marc Skinner’s side comes into this match full of confidence after reaching the Women’s League Cup final with a 1-0 victory over Arsenal. However, they then suffered a setback with a 4-1 defeat at Aston Villa, meaning United desperately need three points to keep pace with the top three. Leicester have been transformed under Rick Passmoor and will fancy their chances of causing an upset.

https://twitter.com/LCFC_Women/status/2019792699994386716

Kick-off: 14:00 GMT, Saturday, 7 February 2026
Venue: King Power Stadium, Leicester
TV: Sky Sports and WSL YouTube

United Must Bounce Back From Villa Hammering

Manchester United’s 4-1 defeat at Aston Villa was a shocking result that exposed defensive frailties Skinner thought he had solved. Ella Toone remains out until March with a hip injury, robbing United of their most creative midfielder during a crucial period in the season.

Fridolina Rolfo should return after missing the Villa match, while Gabby George and Leah Galton remain sidelined. Elisabeth Terland has struggled for form recently despite scoring against Villa, netting just two goals since her flying start to the campaign. Ellen Wangerheim could feature after impressing in recent weeks.

Lehmann Arrival Transforms Leicester Attack

Leicester have been revitalized since Rick Passmoor took charge, steadying the ship after a difficult start to the season. The January signing of Alisha Lehmann from FC Como represents a major coup for the Foxes, bringing WSL experience and proven quality from her time with West Ham, Everton and Aston Villa.

Rachel Williams, signed from Tottenha,m provides another attacking threat alongside Jutta Rantala. This is a genuinely dangerous Leicester side capable of punishing any complacency from United, who cannot afford another slip up in their top three pursuit.

https://twitter.com/LCFC_Women/status/2019825666959569098

Predicted Lineups

Leicester (4-2-3-1): Leitzig; Nevin, Howard, Pacheco, Goodwin; Cain, Whelan; Lehmann, Tierney, Chan; Williams

Manchester United (4-2-3-1): Tullis-Joyce; Lundkvist, Le Tissier, Janssen, Sandberg; Miyazawa, Naalsund; Malard, Terland, Rolfo; Schuller

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Also read: Arsenal WFC vs. Leicester City WFC: Predicted Lineups + Match Preview

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