Manchester United against Leicester City has become one of the most lopsided head-to-head records in Premier League history—despite the Foxes’ famous 2016 title charge, United have dominated across more than a century of meetings, and recent results suggest that pattern shows no sign of bending.
Manchester United Wins: 14 · Leicester City Wins: 4 · Draws: 5 · Total Matches (tracked): 23 · Man Utd Goals: 48 · Leicester Goals: 28
Quick snapshot
- Man Utd: 14 wins in 23 tracked H2H meetings (FootyStats head-to-head database)
- Leicester: 4 wins, 5 draws in same period (FootyStats head-to-head database)
- Goals: Man Utd 48, Leicester 28 (FootyStats head-to-head database)
- Total match count varies by source (23 to 141)
- Next fixture date unconfirmed
- Full list of all historical meetings unavailable
- 16 Sep 1925: First meeting, Man Utd win
- 2025-03-16: Latest match, Man Utd 3-0 at King Power Stadium
- 1981-02-07: Leicester’s rare 1-0 win
- Both clubs mid-table in current season
- Man Utd pushing for European qualification
- Leicester rebuilding after relegation battle
Across more than a century of encounters, these two clubs have met 141 times in various competitions, with Manchester United holding a commanding advantage. The first recorded meeting dates back to 16 September 1925, when United claimed victory at Old Trafford. Since then, the balance has tipped heavily in United’s favour—whether in First Division battles, FA Cup ties, or Premier League encounters.
| Stat | Manchester United | Leicester City |
|---|---|---|
| H2H Wins (23 tracked matches) | 14 | 4 |
| Draws | 5 | 5 |
| Goals Scored (23 matches) | 48 | 28 |
| Win Rate | 60.9% | 17.4% |
| Avg Goals Per Game | 2.09 | 1.22 |
| First Meeting | 16 Sep 1925 | |
| Largest Win (recorded) | 5-0 (13 Sep 1980) | 1-0 (7 Feb 1981) |
| Most Recent Match | 16 Mar 2025: 3-0 to Man Utd | |
Data from FootyStats shows United scoring at roughly double Leicester’s rate across these 23 tracked Premier League-era meetings.
Manchester united fc vs leicester city highlights
Three moments stand out when these two sides meet—and each tells a different story about this fixture’s history.
Key moments from recent matches
- 16 March 2025: Manchester United claimed a commanding 3-0 victory at King Power Stadium. Bruno Fernandes scored and supplied two assists in a performance that highlighted United’s attacking quality despite Leicester’s defensive effort. The xG figures of 1.05 for United and 0.91 for Leicester suggest the result flattered no one.
- 11 May 2021: A Premier League fixture tracked by Sky Sports added another chapter to United’s dominance.
- 1980: Manchester United’s biggest recorded win came on 13 September 1980, when they beat Leicester 5-0.
Iconic goals and plays
- 2015/16 Title Push: The 1-1 draw that season became one of the most memorable in Premier League history. Wes Morgan’s header helped Leicester maintain their title charge en route to the famous 5000-1 odds victory.
- 18 March 1967: Manchester United beat Leicester 5-2 in a First Division encounter, one of several high-scoring meetings in that era.
The 2015/16 draw remains the defining moment for Leicester fans, while the 5-0 routs underscore United’s capacity to dominate on their day.
What emerges is a pattern: Leicester’s most celebrated result against United came in a season that defied all odds, while United’s heaviest defeats of Leicester typically arrive when their attack clicks into rhythm.
Manchester united fc vs leicester city lineups
Pre-match lineup announcements for this fixture draw from reliable sources like FotMob and Sky Sports, with predicted XIs often confirmed hours before kickoff.
Predicted and confirmed lineups
- Lineups are typically released 90 minutes before kickoff on match day.
- FotMob and Sky Sports provide the most timely confirmed starting XI announcements.
- Both clubs rotate based on European commitments, cup fixtures, and injury lists.
Key player matchups
- Bruno Fernandes vs Wilfred Ndidi: The Portugal international has been decisive in recent meetings, scoring and creating in the 3-0 March 2025 win. Ndidi anchors Leicester’s midfield, tasked with disrupting United’s playmakers.
- Rasmus Højlund vs Leicester’s centre-backs: United’s Danish striker looks to exploit a Leicester defence that has conceded 28 goals in 23 tracked H2H meetings.
- Casemiro vs Jamie Vardy: Should Vardy feature, the encounter between veteran striker and experienced midfielder often determines whether Leicester can transition quickly.
The implication: United’s creative midfield superiority—personified by Fernandes—has been the decisive factor in recent encounters, making Leicester’s defensive organisation the key factor in any upset scenario.
Manchester united fc vs leicester city stats
The numbers paint a stark picture of domination, though source discrepancies warrant careful interpretation.
Overall head-to-head stats
- In 23 tracked meetings, Leicester City won 4, drew 5, and Manchester United won 14.
- Across those matches, Manchester United scored 48 goals while Leicester managed 28.
- Different sources report varying total match counts: 23 matches in some tracked databases, but 141 total historical meetings across all competitions.
- Since 1996, available data suggests United have won 24 matches to Leicester’s 5, with 8 draws, in 37 total games.
Recent form stats
- Man Utd average 2.15 goals per H2H game, compared to Leicester’s 1.12.
- United have won 3 of the past 6 meetings when including all competitions.
- The most recent encounter on 16 March 2025 ended 3-0 to United.
United’s goals-per-game average of 2.15 against Leicester’s 1.12 demonstrates that the Red Devils have consistently created and converted chances at double the rate across this fixture.
What this means: Even when Leicester have performed well against other clubs, this particular fixture has historically exposed their defensive vulnerabilities against United’s attacking set-up.
Manchester united fc vs leicester city results
A journey through the archive reveals decades of dominance, punctuated by rare Leicester victories.
All-time results
- 16 September 1925: First recorded meeting, Manchester United win.
- 1966/67: Man Utd 5-2 Leicester on 18 March.
- 25 March 1978: Leicester 2-3 Man Utd in League Division One.
- 13 September 1980: Man Utd 5-0 Leicester—their biggest recorded win in this fixture.
- 7 February 1981: Leicester 1-0 Man Utd—one of only a handful of Leicester victories in this fixture.
- 25 May 1963: FA Cup Final meeting between the sides.
Recent results
- 16 March 2025: Leicester 0-3 Man Utd at King Power Stadium.
- 11 May 2021: Premier League fixture recorded by Sky Sports.
- 2015/16: The famous 1-1 draw that helped Leicester on their title march.
The catch: While Leicester occasionally spring surprises, the historical record shows United have won the majority of encounters across every decade since 1925.
Which channel is showing the Manchester United game?
UK viewers have several options for watching Manchester United fixtures, including matches against Leicester City.
UK TV fixtures for Man Utd matches
- Sky Sports holds rights to the majority of Premier League matches featuring Manchester United.
- TNT Sports (formerly BT Sport) occasionally broadcasts United games.
- Amazon Prime Video has shown select Premier League fixtures in recent seasons.
- BBC and ITV occasionally screen FA Cup meetings between the clubs.
Streaming options
- Sky Go and TNT Sports apps provide live streaming for subscribers.
- Amazon Prime Video streams through its platform.
- NOW TV offers day and monthly passes for Premier League coverage.
- BBC iPlayer streams free FA Cup highlights and selected matches.
With no single broadcaster holding exclusive rights to every United-Leicester fixture, fans often need subscriptions across multiple services to watch all meetings.
Timeline of Manchester united fc vs leicester city
The timeline below traces key moments in this fixture’s history, from the first meeting in 1925 through the most recent encounter.
| Date | Event | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep 1925 | First recorded meeting | Man Utd win |
| 18 Mar 1967 | First Division | Man Utd 5-2 Leicester |
| 13 Sep 1980 | First Division | Man Utd 5-0 Leicester |
| 7 Feb 1981 | First Division | Leicester 1-0 Man Utd |
| 25 Mar 1978 | League Division One | Leicester 2-3 Man Utd |
| 2016 | Premier League (title race) | 1-1 draw |
| 11 May 2021 | Premier League | Man Utd vs Leicester |
| 16 Mar 2025 | Premier League | Leicester 0-3 Man Utd |
The pattern: United have dominated across multiple eras, with Leicester’s rare victories standing out as notable exceptions rather than trends.
Confirmed facts vs what remains unclear
Confirmed facts
- Man Utd 14 wins, Leicester 4 wins, 5 draws in 23 tracked H2H meetings
- Goals: Man Utd 48, Leicester 28 in those 23 matches
- 16 March 2025: Man Utd won 3-0 at King Power Stadium
- Bruno Fernandes scored and provided 2 assists in that match
- 16 September 1925: First meeting, Man Utd win
- 2015/16: 1-1 draw during Leicester’s title-winning season
- Total historical meetings span 141 matches across all competitions
What’s unclear
- Exact total match count varies by source (23-141)
- Next fixture date has not been confirmed
- Full list of all 141 historical meetings not publicly available
- Player-specific goal scorers across all H2H encounters
- Attendance data for many historical fixtures
- Injury impacts on key historical outcomes
Across 23 tracked matches, one pattern holds: United score roughly twice as many goals per meeting, though discrepancies across databases make it difficult to cite a single authoritative total.
What managers and analysts say
Bruno Fernandes caps off comfortable win with goal and two assists.
— FotMob Match Report, 16 March 2025
A hotly-contested fixture in the Premier League with Manchester United dominance historically.
— Sports Mole Editorial
Morgan Puts Foxes On Brink Of Title!
— Premier League Highlights Video Title, 2016
Whether celebrating recent attacking dominance or reliving 2016 heroics, those who follow this fixture tend to remember it for moments that defied expectations.
Bottom line
Manchester United have dominated Leicester City across more than a century of meetings, winning approximately 60% of tracked encounters and scoring at double Leicester’s rate. For fans and analysts tracking this fixture, the data suggests United remain the likelier victors in any future meeting—but Leicester’s 2016 draw and rare wins prove that the fixture can still surprise.
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Manchester United’s commanding 14-4 H2H record over Leicester includes their recent 2-1 FA Cup comeback at Old Trafford in the fourth round.
Frequently asked questions
What is the overall record of Manchester United against Leicester City?
In 23 tracked meetings, Manchester United have won 14, Leicester City have won 4, with 5 draws. Across all historical competitions, records suggest United hold roughly 74 wins to Leicester’s 36 in approximately 141 total meetings.
When was Manchester United’s biggest win over Leicester City?
Manchester United’s biggest recorded win against Leicester came on 13 September 1980, when they won 5-0 in a First Division fixture.
How can Leicester City qualify for Europe against Manchester United?
Leicester would need to significantly improve their defensive record against United while converting chances at a higher rate. Their recent 3-0 loss shows the gap remains substantial.
Who are the top scorers in Manchester United vs Leicester City matches?
Bruno Fernandes has been decisive in recent meetings, scoring in the March 2025 3-0 win. Historically, no single player dominates the scoring charts for either side in this fixture.
Is there a Manchester United vs Leicester City match upcoming?
The next fixture date has not yet been confirmed. Check Sky Sports or the Premier League schedule for updates.
What was the attendance at recent Man Utd vs Leicester games?
Attendance figures vary by venue and competition. King Power Stadium typically holds approximately 32,000 fans, while Old Trafford holds around 74,000.
What are Manchester United FC vs Leicester City highlights?
Highlights are available on Premier League official channels, FotMob, and Sky Sports. Key recent highlights include the March 2025 3-0 win and the 2016 1-1 draw.
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