The King Power Stadium hosts a pivotal Championship encounter this Tuesday, February 10, 2026, as Leicester City (21st, 32 points) faces Southampton (12th, 43 points). Kick-off is set for 19:45 GMT.
Just two seasons ago, both clubs were relegated from the Premier League together. Today, they find themselves at opposite ends of the emotional spectrum. While Southampton is mounting a late charge toward the play-off spots, Leicester is reeling from a catastrophic week that has plunged them into a genuine fight for survival.
Match Information
| Feature | Details |
| Competition | EFL Championship (Matchday 32) |
| Date | Tuesday, February 10, 2026 |
| Kick-off | 19:45 GMT / 14:45 ET |
| Venue | King Power Stadium, Leicester |
| Referee | Ben Toner |
| TV Channel | Sky Sports Football (UK) |
Leicester City: Chaos at the King Power
The Foxes are in a state of unprecedented turmoil. Following the departure of manager Martí Cifuentes in late January, the club was hit with a six-point deduction last Thursday for financial rule breaches. This penalty, combined with a 2–1 loss to Birmingham City on Saturday, has left them hovering just above the relegation zone on goal difference.
Team News and Selection:
Suspension: Bobby De Cordova-Reid is unavailable following a straight red card against Birmingham.
New Faces: High-profile January signings Jamaal Lascelles and Joe Aribo made their debuts over the weekend and are expected to start as caretaker manager Andy King desperately searches for leadership.
Injury Update: Oliver Skipp has returned from concussion protocol, but Jannik Vestergaard remains a doubt.
Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Begovic; Ricardo Pereira, Lascelles, Nelson, Thomas; Skipp, Winks; Fatawu, Aribo, Mavididi; Daka.
Southampton: The Momentum Builders
Under Tonda Eckert, the Saints are finally finding the consistency that eluded them earlier in the season. They arrive in the Midlands unbeaten in their last four games, most recently securing a 1–0 win over Watford thanks to a debut goal from January loan signing Cyle Larin.
Team News and Selection:
The "Larin" Effect: Striker Cyle Larin (on loan from Mallorca) has immediately improved Southampton's physical presence up front.
Goalkeeping Stability: Bayern Munich loanee Daniel Peretz has kept three clean sheets in his first five appearances.
Rotation: Eckert has hinted at changes to maintain energy levels during this midweek schedule.
Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Peretz; Bree, Harwood-Bellis, Stephens, Welington; Downes, Jander; Fellows, Azaz, Scienza; Larin.
? Head-to-Head (H2H) and Key Stats
Reverse Fixture: Southampton thrashed Leicester 3–0 in November 2025.
Form Contrast: Leicester has lost 4 of their last 5 matches; Southampton has taken 10 points from their last 12.
Defensive Struggles: Leicester has kept only 3 clean sheets all season.
Play-off Gap: Southampton currently sits just 4 points away from the play-off positions.
Tactical Preview and Prediction
Southampton will look to dominate possession and utilize the creative vision of Finn Azaz to feed Cyle Larin. For Leicester, the mission is emotional repair. Caretaker boss Andy King will likely prioritize a "back-to-basics" defensive approach, hoping the home crowd can spur the team to overcome their recent mental fragility.
Given Leicester's six-point deduction and their current three-match losing streak, the momentum is firmly with the visitors.
Final Score Prediction: Leicester City 0–2 Southampton
