Leicester vs Peterborough Predictions

Prediction by The Value Scout — The market makes Leicester a short-priced favourite (64% implied) — routed to The Value Scout to test whether the price is justified.
League OneLeague One · England
medium confidence
Leicester

Leicester

AI Predicted Score

2 - 1

Peterborough

Peterborough

🗓️ Saturday, 10 Oct 2026 at 15:00 BST (venue time) · 14:00 UTC (your time)📍 King Power Stadium, Leicester

Win Probability (1X2)

Leicester 54%Draw 27%Peterborough 19%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: Draw

@ 4.1(+11% edge)

Recommended Bets: Leicester vs Peterborough

Match Result: Draw
@ 4.336/10
BTTS: No
@ 2.435/10

Leicester vs Peterborough: Match Preview

Leicester come into this fixture sitting 14th, with a mixed bag of results and a home record that belies their status as odds-on favourites. Their last five matches include a 6-1 demolition of Fulham U21 in the EFL Trophy, but also a heavy 0-4 defeat at home to Oxford United and a narrow 1-1 draw away at Barnsley. Peterborough, second from bottom, are winless on the road and have managed just one goal in four away league games, but their recent matches have been tight, with only one of their last five decided by more than a single goal.

Statistically, the contrast is sharp: Leicester average 19.2 shots and 6.8 on target per game over their last five, but have only converted that into three home league goals all season. Peterborough's attack is blunt (0.5 goals per game, 1 in 4 away), but their defence, while leaky (1.63 conceded per game), has not collapsed entirely. Both sides see a high share of first-half goals (Leicester 10, Peterborough 3 in last five), and corners could be a factor with Leicester averaging 7.8 per match recently.

The model expects Leicester's attacking volume to eventually tell, but not without resistance. Peterborough's lack of firepower limits their ceiling, but Leicester's defensive lapses—especially at home—mean a clean sheet is far from assured. The draw is a live outcome, with the market underestimating its probability. Expect Leicester to edge it, but the price on the draw and BTTS 'no' are where the value lies.

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Leicester vs Peterborough

The model identifies the draw and BTTS 'no' as the main value plays, with the draw carrying a +10.7% edge over the market and BTTS 'no' at +10%. Leicester's short odds are not fully justified by their home record or defensive numbers, while Peterborough's lack of attacking output means the market may be overestimating their chances of scoring.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Leicester Win1.5754.0%-9.7%
Drawvalue4.1027.0%+2.6%
Peterborough Win4.7519.0%-2.1%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.4462.0%-7.4%
Under 2.52.7038.0%+1.0%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes1.5056.0%-10.7%
Novalue2.5044.0%+4.0%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 4.10EV +0.107
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5 @ 2.70EV +0.026
Both Teams Score: No @ 2.50EV +0.100

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Leicester vs Peterborough Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
54%
27%
19%
Leicester 54%Draw 27%Peterborough 19%
Both Teams to Score
56%
44%
Yes 56%No 44%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
62%
38%
Over 2.5 62%Under 2.5 38%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
79%
21%
Over 9.5 79%Under 9.5 21%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Leicester vs Peterborough that most previews miss.

  • 1Leicester's last five matches have seen 13 of their 15 total goals scored before half-time, highlighting a strong early-game trend.
  • 2Peterborough have failed to score in three of their last five away games in all competitions, with just one away league goal all season.
  • 3Leicester average 7.8 corners per game over their last five, well above the league average, suggesting set-piece threat.

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Leicester1.95

Expected goals · model says 1.95

Peterborough1.15

Expected goals · model says 1.15

Win Probability
Leicester 56% Draw 22% Peterborough 22%

Over 2.5 Goals

60%

BTTS: Yes

59%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 2-1 · 1-0

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The Case For This Leicester vs Peterborough Prediction

Market pricing leans heavily towards Leicester at home, but the data paints a more nuanced picture. Leicester's recent form is patchy, and while they create plenty (19.2 shots per game in the last five), their home record (1W 0D 2L, 3 scored, 6 conceded) is far from dominant. Peterborough's away numbers are poor, but their defensive metrics are not as catastrophic as their league position suggests, and the draw is more live than the odds imply.

Key Factors at a Glance

Attack

  • →Leicester average 2.6 goals scored per game over their last five in all competitions, but only 1.29 per game across the league season.
  • →Peterborough have scored just once in four away league games and average 0.5 goals per game this season.

Defence

  • →Leicester's home defensive record is weak (6 conceded in 3), but Peterborough's attack is the least productive in League One.

🚩 Leicester vs Peterborough Corners Prediction

medium confidence
12.4expected total corners
Over 79%
Under 21%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 6.8 corners for Leicester and 5.6 for Peterborough, for an expected total of 12.4. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (79%). Over 8.5: 87% · Over 10.5: 70%.

More corners tips:Over 9.5 →Under 9.5 →

How Leicester and Peterborough Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Leicester vs Peterborough Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

LeicesterLeicesterlast 5 matches
Admir BristricXI
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

Tom WatsonXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

L. Cullensub/out
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

E. Riissub/out
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Bobby ReidXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

J. Lundstramsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

PeterboroughPeterboroughlast 5 matches
H. AshfieldXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

O. EdwardsXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

C. Conn-Clarkesub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

B. WoodsXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Leicester's recent form is mixed, with a 2-1-2 record in their last five and a notable 6-1 cup win skewing their attacking stats. At home, they've struggled for consistency, conceding six goals in three league matches. Peterborough are winless in their last four league games and have managed just one away goal all season, but their matches tend to be close, with three of their last five decided by a single goal.

Leicester vs Peterborough — Last 8 Matches

LeicesterLeicesterLast 7 results
D1-1
W4-3
L0-4
W2-0
D0-0
L1-2
D1-1
D@ Barnsley1-1
W@ Stockport County4-3
Lvs Oxford United0-4
Wvs Plymouth2-0
D@ Milton Keynes Dons0-0
Lvs Burton Albion1-2
D@ Notts County1-1

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Prolific attack — 2.6 goals/game (last 5)
  • +High-volume attack — 19 shots/game
  • +Dominant in possession — 64% avg
PeterboroughPeterboroughLast 8 results
L0-1
L0-2
D1-1
L1-2
D0-0
L0-4
W2-1
L0-2
L@ Stockport County0-1
Lvs Doncaster0-2
D@ Milton Keynes Dons1-1
Lvs Sheffield Wednesday1-2
Dvs Stevenage0-0
L@ Blackpool0-4
Wvs Mansfield Town2-1
L@ Bradford0-2

Strengths

  • +High-volume attack — 16 shots/game
  • +Dominant in possession — 58% avg

Concerns

  • −Inconsistent — 3+ losses in last 5
  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches

What History Says: Leicester vs Peterborough

The head-to-head record is balanced, with both sides claiming two wins and a draw in the last five meetings, though none have occurred since 2018. Historically, these fixtures have produced goals, but the lack of recent encounters limits the relevance for this matchup.

Leicester vs Peterborough Head-to-Head History

Last 5 meetings between these sides

2

Leicester wins

1

Draws

2

Peterborough wins

40%20% draws40%
27 Jan 18Peterborough vs Leicester1-5
9 Feb 13Peterborough vs Leicester2-1
18 Aug 12Leicester vs Peterborough2-0
31 Mar 12Peterborough vs Leicester1-0
10 Dec 11Leicester vs Peterborough1-1

Things to Watch: Leicester vs Peterborough

  • ⚠️Leicester's attack has shown volatility, with a 6-1 win in the EFL Trophy skewing recent averages.
  • ⚠️Peterborough's low scoring rate could mean BTTS 'no' is more likely than the market expects, but Leicester's defence is not watertight.
  • ⚠️No major injuries reported, but starting lineups are not confirmed for either side.

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Final Verdict

Leicester 2–1 Peterborough

Leicester are deserved favourites, but the odds overstate their edge given their inconsistent home form and defensive frailty (six conceded in three home games). The model's strongest signal is Peterborough's anaemic attack—just one away goal in four league matches—which keeps BTTS 'no' and the draw in play. If Leicester convert their shot volume into goals, they should take the points, but a lack of clinical finishing or an early Peterborough goal could see value in the draw.

Leicester vs Peterborough: Common Questions

Who will win Leicester vs Peterborough?

Leicester are modelled at 54% to win, with the draw at 27% and Peterborough at 19%. Leicester's attacking numbers are strong, but their home defensive record and Peterborough's tendency to keep games close mean the draw is more likely than the odds suggest.

Will both teams score in Leicester vs Peterborough?

The model gives a 56% chance of both teams scoring, but Peterborough's away attack is among the league's weakest (0.5 goals per game), so BTTS 'no' at 44% is a value play against the market price.

Is there value in backing the draw or under 2.5 goals?

Yes, the model finds a +10.7% edge on the draw (model 27%, odds-implied 24%) and a small +2.6% edge on under 2.5 goals (model 38%, odds-implied 37%). Leicester's home form and Peterborough's lack of attacking threat make a low-scoring draw plausible.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Leicester vs Peterborough: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Value Scout, the market-facing profile — hunts the gap between price and probability. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 3 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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