2nd Jan 2017 | Premier League
Boro Back To Basics
Boro so nearly pulled off a major upset at Old Trafford before two late heart-breakers. But their chances of survival are built on a solid defence and Leicester can be shot-shy on the road without Vardy.
Leicester City are an infuriating side to predict these days. In the past month they have followed a thumping victory over Man City with a defeat at Bournemouth. Then a stunning comeback draw at Stoke with 10 men was succeeded by a home defeat to Everton.
Our best bet here is to back under 1.5 goals in the match at best odds of 7/4 with Skybet.
The Riverside has seen the fewest goals of any top flight ground so far this season (19). Indeed, seven of Boro’s last 17 matches anywhere have produced 1 goal or fewer.
Our cause is helped by the continued absence of Jamie Vardy and with that in mind Ranieri will surely start by aiming for a second consecutive clean sheet.
Odds correct at time of publishing: 08:28 2nd Jan, 2017 but subject to change
