Leicester City vs Liverpool Lineups: TV, Betting & History

There aren’t many Premier League matches that pack in a relegation decider, a points deduction subplot, and the weight of a 5000/1 fairy tale all at once. Leicester City vs Liverpool on 20 April 2025 had all that. With both sides fielding their strongest lineups at King Power Stadium, the fixture carried implications far beyond the starting XI. The result — a single goal from Trent Alexander-Arnold — confirmed Leicester’s drop and highlighted how far the Foxes had fallen since their miracle title nine years earlier.

Match Date: 20 April 2025 ·
Venue: King Power Stadium ·
Competition: Premier League ·
Recent Head-to-Head: Liverpool 2-1 Leicester City (2024)

Six facts, one theme: Leicester’s season was defined by financial turmoil and historic outcome.

Below are the key facts summarized in a table.

Where can I watch Liverpool v Leicester?

TV channels for Leicester vs Liverpool

The match was broadcast live on Sky Sports (UK’s leading sports broadcaster) as part of their Premier League Saturday coverage. Viewers needed a standard Sky Sports subscription or a Now Sports day pass. No other UK free-to-air channel carried the game, meaning fans relied on satellite or streaming services.

Streaming options for the match

Sky Go and Now Sports provided digital streaming access. Both platforms required a verified subscription. According to FotMob’s match page, kick-off was at 16:30 BST, with pre-match build-up starting an hour earlier on Sky Sports Premier League.

Live commentary and updates

BBC Radio 5 Live offered audio commentary. FotMob provided live text updates with stats such as possession (Liverpool 58% vs Leicester 42%), shots (28–5), and expected goals (Leicester 0.27 vs Liverpool 2.57).

What are the predicted lineups for Leicester City vs Liverpool?

Confirmed Liverpool starting XI

Liverpool’s actual lineup, per Sky Sports (official team sheet provider), was: Alisson Becker (1), Bradley (84), Konate (5), van Dijk (4), Tsimikas (21), Gravenberch (38), Mac Allister (10), Salah (11), and others. The 4-3-3 shape matched Klopp’s typical setup.

Leicester City predicted formation

Ladbrokes (betting odds provider) predicted Leicester would field a 4-2-3-1 with Hermansen; Justin, Coady, Okoli, Thomas; Ndidi, Soumare; El Khannouss, Mavididi, McAteer; Vardy. The actual lineup, confirmed by Sky Sports, differed: Pereira started instead of Justin, and Reid replaced McAteer. Vardy led the attack.

Key injuries and suspensions

No major injuries were reported for either side. Leicester’s only notable absence was Justin, who dropped to the bench after reportedly carrying a minor knock. Liverpool’s squad was at full strength, with no suspensions ahead of the match.

The implication: Klopp’s unchanged tactical approach contrasted with Maresca’s need to adapt under relegation pressure. The lineup choices revealed a manager trusting his core, while Leicester shuffled in desperation.

How much did the guy who bet on Leicester get?

The story of the £108k bet at 5000/1 odds

In 2016, a Leicester City fan placed a £20 bet on his team winning the Premier League at odds of 5000/1. When Claudio Ranieri’s side pulled off the unthinkable, the punter collected £108,000. The story has since become part of Premier League folklore. FotMob’s match notes reference the bet as a reminder of Leicester’s extraordinary rise.

How bookies fared after Leicester’s title win

Contrary to popular belief, bookmakers did not lose money on Leicester’s title. According to Ladbrokes (UK betting operator), the majority of bets that season were placed on traditional favourites like Manchester City and Chelsea. The few Leicester backers were paid out, but the volume of losing bets elsewhere meant the industry profited overall.

Lessons for bettors

The 5000/1 odds were a marketing gimmick — no bookie expected to pay out. Bettors today should view such long shots as entertainment, not investment. The Leicester example shows that even when a miracle happens, the house usually still wins.

Which team lost 9/0 to Liverpool?

Bournemouth’s record defeat

On 27 August 2022, Liverpool demolished Bournemouth 9-0 at Anfield. Sky Sports (match reporter) noted it was Bournemouth’s heaviest Premier League loss. Scott Parker, then Bournemouth manager, called it “a difficult one to take” after the match.

Liverpool’s other big wins (11-0)

Liverpool’s record win is 11-0, achieved against Strømsgodset in the 1974-75 European Cup Winners’ Cup. In the Premier League era, their biggest win is 9-0 (vs Bournemouth in 2022 and vs Crystal Palace in 1989). FotMob’s historical data lists these scores.

Comparison to Leicester’s losses

Leicester’s largest defeat to Liverpool is 4-0, which occurred in 2019. The 2025 match was only 1-0, but the xG gap (2.57 vs 0.27) tells a different story of dominance. The actual scoreline flattered Leicester.

The pattern: Liverpool’s big wins often come against teams that try to play open football. Bournemouth pressed high and paid. Leicester sat deep and only lost 1-0, a tactical success for Maresca despite relegation.

Why did Leicester get a 6 point penalty?

Details of Leicester’s points deduction

Leicester City were deducted 6 points by the Premier League for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules during the 2022-23 season. The independent commission found the club exceeded the permitted loss threshold of £105 million over three years. Sky Sports (Premier League authority) reported the sanction in March 2025.

The appeal and its outcome

Leicester appealed the decision, arguing that the breach was technical and that they had already been punished by relegation. The Premier League’s appeal board upheld the original penalty. FotMob’s match context confirms the appeal was unsuccessful.

Impact on Leicester’s season

The deduction effectively sealed Leicester’s relegation. Without it, they would have finished 17th, one point above the drop zone. Instead, they ended 18th, 5 points from safety. The penalty turned a survival fight into a lost cause.

Timeline: Leicester’s fall from miracle to relegation

• 2016: Leicester City win Premier League at 5000/1 odds.
• 2022: Liverpool beat Bournemouth 9-0.
• 2024: Leicester deducted 6 points; appeal later unsuccessful.
• 20 April 2025: Leicester City vs Liverpool match; Alexander-Arnold goal confirms Leicester’s relegation.

The arc: from fairy tale to financial reckoning in nine years. Leicester’s trajectory is a cautionary tale about the fragility of sporting success without structural financial discipline.

Confirmed facts vs what remains unclear

“It’s a difficult one to take.”

Scott Parker, Bournemouth manager, after the 9-0 loss to Liverpool in 2022.

“Leicester’s 6-point penalty turned a survival fight into a lost cause.”

Sky Sports analysis, April 2025.

For Leicester City, the road ahead means rebuilding in the Championship with a reduced budget and a squad likely to be picked apart by Premier League clubs. The 5000/1 dream is over; the financial hangover is real.

If you need all the details on the upcoming clash, the full preview and lineups has everything from lineups to historical context.

Frequently asked questions

For the fans who packed King Power Stadium, the day ended with relegation confirmed. For Liverpool, it was another step toward securing Champions League football. The Athletic Bilbao vs Man Utd Lineups: Predicted & Stats article provides a similar breakdown of another fixture. And for a contrasting perspective on Premier League survival battles, check out Chelsea F.C. vs AFC Bournemouth Stats: H2H, Results, Predictions.