Leicester City v Tottenham preview: Jamie Vardy out to end goal drought in FA Cup replay
Mauricio Pochettino's men head to the King Power Stadium with hosts' striker looking to end run of six blanks in a row
It’s a big game for…
Jamie Vardy: The England international has gone cold since Christmas, he will be looking to get back to scoring ways and prove he is one of the best players in the country.
Weird/best stat…
2 – Leicester have failed to score in their last two home matches, prior to this, they had netted in every home game this season.
Remember when…
These two side met in the 1999 League Cup Final. Tottenham won the game after Allan Nielsen scored a diving header in the 90th minute.
Player to watch…
Ben Chilwell: The young academy left back has gained much attention from bigger clubs such as Arsenal in the last few months. The 19 year old has impressed on his loan spell at Huddersfield, and has been recalled to contend for a spot Ranieri’s squad.
Last three-meetings…
Tottenham 2 Leicester 2 FA Cup third round, January 2016 Leicester 1 Tottenham 1, Premier League, August 2015 Tottenham 4 Leicester 3, Premier League, March 2015.
Form guide…
Leicester City: LDDDWD
Tottenham Hotspur: WWDDLW
Vital information...
Kick-off: 7.45 pm
TV: Live on BBC1
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