Leicester City host Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday as they aim to bounce back from their recent troubles.
The Christmas fixture list for Leicester has been unforgiving. Ruud van Nistelrooy’s men have suffered defeats at the hands of Wolves and Liverpool.
As a result, the Foxes have now dropped into the relegation zone, piling pressure on van Nistelrooy heading into the New Year.
| Position | Team | Played MP | Won W | Drawn D | Lost L | For GF | Against GA | Diff GD | Points Pts |
| 16 |  Crystal PalaceCrystal Palace | 18 | 3 | 8 | 7 | 18 | 26 | -8 | 17 |
| 17 |  WolvesWolves | 18 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 29 | 40 | -11 | 15 |
| 18 |  LeicesterLeicester | 18 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 22 | 40 | -18 | 14 |
| 19 |  IpswichIpswich | 18 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 33 | -17 | 12 |
| 20 |  SouthamptonSouthampton | 18 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 11 | 37 | -26 | 6 |
Leicester host an out-of-form Man City at the King Power Stadium this weekend, with Pep Guardiola’s side uncharacteristically struggling with just one win in 13 matches.
The hosts will perhaps take courage from the champions recent hardships however, they still need to muster the quality to secure a win and edge themselves towards survival.
So, with that said, here’s everything you need to know ahead of Leicester’s latest clash.
Leicester City vs Man City kick-off time and date
Leicester host Man City in the Premier League’s early kick-off on Sunday.
- Date: Sunday 29 December
- Stadium: King Power Stadium, Leicester, UK
- Kick-off time: 2:30 PM GMT
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What channel is Leicester vs Man City on?
Fans can watch Leicester vs Man City live on Sky Sports in the UK.
Leicester vs Man City live stream
The game will be shown live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Ultra HD, Sky GO and NOW TV.
You can also keep across all of the action via the Official Leicester City App.
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Leicester vs Man City H2H record
Sunday’s clash at the King Power will be the 128th competitive fixture between Leicester and Man City, with the visitors having the upper hand based on previous meetings.
The Citizens have won 66 of their encounters whereas the Foxes have won 32 times. The remaining 29 fixtures have ended in a draw.
| Date | Fixture | W/D/L | Scoreline | Competition |
| 07 Aug 2021 | Leicester City v Manchester City | W | 1-0 | FA Community Shield |
| 11 Sep 2021 | Leicester City v Manchester City | L | 0-1 | Premier League |
| 26 Dec 2021 | Manchester City v Leicester City | L | 6-3 | Premier League |
| 29 Oct 2022 | Leicester City v Manchester City | L | 0-1 | Premier League |
| 15 Apr 2023 | Manchester City v Leicester City | L | 3-1 | Premier League |
Leicester team news
Ruud van Nistelrooy is hopeful Jamie Vardy will return after he missed the trip to Anfield on Boxing Day.
However, the Dutchman is set to be without midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, winger Kasey McAteer and goalkeeper Mads Hermansen for the visit of the champions.
Leicester also picked up a fresh injury concern before the loss to Liverpool, as centre-back Wout Faes missed out on the matchday squad after suffering a knock.
Jordan Ayew is also suspended for the clash after picking up his fifth yellow card on Thursday after firing home the opener against the Reds.
Ricardo Pereira and Abdul Fatawu remain Leicester’s long-term absentees.