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On April 6, 2026, Sheffield Wednesday hosts Leicester in a crucial Championship clash at Hillsborough. Expectations lean towards Leicester securing at least a draw, supported by recent head-to-head success and form. This predicted match preview targets bettors seeking value and insight for Sheffield Wednesday vs Leicester betting tips, odds, and predictions.
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| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 |
Leicester
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40 | 11 | 13 | 16 | 53 | 62 | -9 | 40 | D D L W D |
| 24 |
Sheffield Wednesday
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40 | 1 | 9 | 30 | 24 | 81 | -57 | -6 | L L L D L |
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Stats
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 39 | 1 | 9 | 29 |
| Home | 20 | 0 | 5 | 15 |
| Away | 19 | 1 | 4 | 14 |
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Sheffield Wednesday
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 8% | 41% | 51% |
| Home | 5% | 35% | 60% |
| Away | 11% | 47% | 42% |
Leicester
Stats
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Leicester
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 39 | 11 | 12 | 16 |
| Home | 19 | 7 | 4 | 8 |
| Away | 20 | 4 | 8 | 8 |
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Leicester
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 13% | 69% | 18% |
| Home | 16% | 63% | 21% |
| Away | 10% | 75% | 15% |
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Sheffield Wednesday vs Leicester at Hillsborough offers a tense battle with Leicester favored slightly to take at least a draw, backed by recent head-to-head success and form. Injuries favor Leicester’s squad depth, but Sheffield Wednesday’s home advantage keeps predictions tight.
Sheffield Wednesday face multiple injuries, including key players like G. Brown and D. Bernard who are out. Leicester’s V. Kristiansen and H. Souttar are missing, with D. Daka and J. James Questionable. Leicester’s squad remains more stable.
If Sheffield Wednesday scores first, Leicester’s proven ability to bounce back is clear, but Wednesday’s recent struggles suggest they may not hold the lead. An early goal could open the game, yet Leicester’s consistent scoring in head-to-heads hints at a possible late equalizer or win.
Sheffield Wednesday’s recent matches show a passive game plan with low scoring. Leicester tends to dominate possession and create more chances, especially on counters. Expect Leicester to press high and exploit Sheffield Wednesday’s injuries, especially in midfield and attack.
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Leicester is slightly favored with 45% chance to win or draw, and the predicted score suggests a possible 2-1 win for Leicester, based on recent form and head-to-head results.
Leicester has a historically better head-to-head record and recent performances suggest they are likely to secure at least a draw, with a good chance of winning.
Injuries to Sheffield Wednesday’s key defenders and Leicester’s midfield could influence game tempo and chances, making set pieces and counter-attacks crucial betting angles.
The game is expected to be tight, but Leicester’s recent away form and past wins give them a slight edge, especially in second-half performance.
In recent head-to-heads, Leicester has a significant edge, winning 3 of the last 5 encounters, with Sheffield Wednesday struggling at home.
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