Manchester United and Leicester City are set to face off at the King Power Stadium on Sunday, marking their fourth encounter this season. The two teams have already clashed in both domestic cups and a Premier League fixture, all of which were played at Old Trafford. Leicester will be aiming to break United’s recent dominance.
This meeting will be the first between the clubs at Leicester’s home ground since September 2022. Manchester United comes into the match with a strong record, having won their last five encounters against the Foxes. However, Leicester will be motivated to turn things around in front of their home fans.
Over the years, the two sides have met 140 times in competitive football. Manchester United holds the edge with 73 wins, while Leicester has secured 36 victories, and 31 matches have ended in a draw. Their last meeting in February 2025 saw Harry Maguire score a late winner in a 2-1 FA Cup triumph for United.
Historically, their rivalry dates back to September 1894, when Newton Heath, United’s predecessor, won a thrilling five-goal match against Leicester Fosse. One of their most memorable encounters came in the 1963 FA Cup final, where Bobby Charlton’s United defeated a Leicester side featuring legendary goalkeeper Gordon Banks.
Recent meetings have seen United maintain their dominance. Wembley hosted the 2016 FA Community Shield between these two clubs, where goals from Jesse Lingard and Zlatan Ibrahimovic secured a 2-1 win over Leicester’s title-winning squad. The Foxes’ last victory in this fixture was in October 2021, when Youri Tielemans, Jamie Vardy, and Patson Daka led them to a 4-2 win.
Key players will play a crucial role in deciding this match. For United, Bruno Fernandes remains the creative force in midfield, while Rasmus Højlund will look to continue his impressive form in attack. At the back, Lisandro Martínez and André Onana will be vital in keeping Leicester’s attack at bay.
Leicester will rely on James Maddison’s playmaking abilities to break down United’s defense. Kelechi Iheanacho will be a key attacking threat, supported by Wilfred Ndidi, who provides stability in midfield. In defense, Wout Faes will have the tough task of stopping United’s frontline.
With United’s historical dominance and Leicester’s determination to cause an upset, this clash promises to be an exciting battle. Both teams will be eager to claim the crucial three points as the Premier League season intensifies.