Leicester vs QPR Prediction - 14th March 2026

Saturday's Championship relegation scrap sees 21st-placed Leicester host 18th-placed QPR in a fixture that could prove pivotal in the survival battle. While the table suggests QPR hold the advantage, the form lines tell a completely different story - and that's where the betting value lies. Leicester arrive at this juncture showing genuine signs of life. The Foxes followed up a gritty 1-1 draw at promotion-chasing Ipswich with a convincing 2-0 victory over Bristol City last time out. That clean sheet was particularly significant - it was only their second in ten games and suggests a defensive tightening that's been long overdue. The numbers back this up: Leicester's goals conceded trend is officially 'improving' according to the performance metrics, and they've taken seven points from their last fifteen available. Contrast this with QPR, who are in absolute freefall. The Rs have lost four of their last five matches, shipping 12 goals in the process including humiliating 0-5 and 0-4 defeats to Southampton and Middlesbrough. The most alarming statistic for QPR backers is their attacking impotence - they've failed to score in four of their last five games, managing just a single goal in that wretched run (in the 3-1 win at Hull). Their recent away record shows a paltry 0.60 goals per game, and with only three days rest compared to Leicester's four, fatigue could compound their issues. The head-to-head record heavily favors the hosts. Leicester have won five of the last nine meetings, including a dominant 4-1 victory away at QPR in December and a 6-2 thrashing at home last January. At home against the Rs, Leicester boast a 75% win rate - a stark contrast to their general home struggles this season. From a statistical perspective, Leicester generate slightly more shots on target (3.6 vs 3.4 per game) with better accuracy (31.5% vs 27.6%), while also enjoying superior possession (47.8% vs 44.5%). The finishing deltas show Leicester overperforming their expected goals by 0.32, while QPR underperform by 0.08 - suggesting Leicester are more clinical and QPR are struggling to convert chances. While the historical H2H shows a tendency for goals (7/9 meetings saw BTTS and Over 2.5), current form suggests this could be different. QPR's attack has completely stalled, and Leicester's defensive improvements - evidenced by that recent clean sheet against Bristol City - could be the decisive factor. **Key Points:** • Leicester have taken 7 points from their last 5 games, showing an improving trend • QPR have lost 4 of their last 5, failing to score in 4 of those matches (0-5, 0-4, 0-2, 0-1) • Leicester won the reverse fixture 4-1 in December and 6-2 at home last January • QPR have played 3 games in the last 14 days vs Leicester's 2, suggesting fatigue • Leicester kept a clean sheet in their last home game (2-0 vs Bristol City) • QPR averaging just 0.60 goals per game away from home recently **Summary:** The market hasn't fully adjusted to the contrasting trajectories of these sides. Leicester at 2.15 represents excellent value given their improving form, dominant head-to-head record, and QPR's catastrophic scoring drought. The Rs have been hammered in recent weeks and show no signs of recovery. Back Leicester to secure a crucial three points.