Leicester City vs West Bromwich(WBA): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 05 January

Betiball's prediction for Leicester City vs West Bromwich(WBA) on 05 January 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Leicester City vs West Bromwich(WBA) preview before placing your bet.

Leicester City vs West Bromwich(WBA): Starting Lineups Time : 05/01/2026 16:00

Leicester City
2 - 1
Finished
West Bromwich(WBA)
90+4' event Issahaku Fataw
80' event Patson Daka / Jordan Ayew
77' event Hamza Choudhury
70' event Stephy Mavididi / Jeremy Monga
70' event Louis Page / Bobby Reid
18' event Jordan Ayew
event 79' Ousmane Diakite / Alex Mowatt
event 79' Samuel Iling / Isaac Price
event 72' Josh Maja / Aune Heggebo
event 34' Karlan Ahearne-Grant
90+4' event Issahaku Fataw
event 79' Ousmane Diakite / Alex Mowatt
80' event Patson Daka / Jordan Ayew
event 79' Samuel Iling / Isaac Price
77' event Hamza Choudhury
event 72' Josh Maja / Aune Heggebo
70' event Stephy Mavididi / Jeremy Monga
event 34' Karlan Ahearne-Grant
70' event Louis Page / Bobby Reid
18' event Jordan Ayew
Leicester City Leicester City
Substitutions
#20 Patson Daka
#10 Stephy Mavididi
#25 Louis Page
#31 Asmir Begovic
#23 Jannik Vestergaard
#27 Wanya Marcal-Madivadua
#33 Luke Thomas
#39 Silko Thomas
#56 Olabade Aluko
Leicester City Leicester City West Bromwich(WBA) West Bromwich(WBA)
11Shots16
3Shots on Goal8
9Fouls7
4Corner Kick4
7Free kick9
1Yellow card0
26Aerial51
6Save1
7Successful Tackles16
8Interceptions4
17Long pass14
2Assist1
4Successful center5
6Shots off goal5
0Hit The Post1
14Head Success24
2Blocked3
7Tackle16
6Dribbles10
19Throw-in23
473Passes527
124Attacks116
51Dangerous attacks72
2Corner Kicks(HT)1
1BigChances2
0BigChancesMissed2
8ShotsInsideBox12
3ShotsOutsideBox4
42DuelsWon65
0.81ExpectedGoals1.09
0.81xGNonPenalty1.09
1.89xGOT2.32
24Touches In Opposition Box44
15AccurateCrosses32
28GroundDuelsWon40
14AerialDuelsWon25
52Clearances27
West Bromwich(WBA) West Bromwich(WBA)
Substitutions
#17 Ousmane Diakite
#9 Josh Maja
#22 Samuel Iling
#5 Krystian Bielik
#12 Daryl Dike
#14 Alfie Gilchrist
#23 Joe Wildsmith
#29 Charlie Taylor
#37 Oliver Bostock
Commentary
90+4' Goal! Issahaku Fataw - Leicester City
80' Leicester City — substitution: Patson Daka / Jordan Ayew
79' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Ousmane Diakite / Alex Mowatt
79' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Samuel Iling / Isaac Price
77' Hamza Choudhury - Leicester City receive a yellow card
72' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Josh Maja / Aune Heggebo
70' Leicester City — substitution: Stephy Mavididi / Jeremy Monga
70' Leicester City — substitution: Louis Page / Bobby Reid
34' Goal! Karlan Ahearne-Grant - West Bromwich(WBA)
18' Goal! Jordan Ayew - Leicester City

How We Build the Leicester City vs West Bromwich(WBA) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Leicester City vs West Bromwich(WBA) on 05 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Leicester City vs West Bromwich(WBA) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Leicester City's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against West Bromwich(WBA)'s away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Leicester City and West Bromwich(WBA) sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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