Leicester vs Spurs | How to watch, team news, kit colours, key information
Mon 19 August 2024, 00:26|
Tottenham Hotspur
The 2024/25 season is finally upon us!
We get our new campaign underway at the King Power Stadium on Monday night against a Leicester City side making their return to the Premier League after a year in the Championship.
Steve Cooper is now at the helm of the Foxes, who include our former midfielder Harry Winks among their number.
Here’s all the key info you need...
What time is kick-off against Leicester City?
The match starts at 8pm UK time.
How can I watch the game?
Monday evening’s match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event.
You can also follow all the action via the all-new feed on the Spurs Official app.
Our popular Match Centre here on tottenhamhotspur.com and the app also brings you all the action as it happens with live text and audio commentary, stats, live photos and more.
What’s more, you’ll be able to watch highlights and a full match replay on SPURSPLAY from midnight after the game.
What is the team news?
Richarlison and Fraser Forster, who have both been out injured in recent months, are now back training with the group, meaning we have a clean bill of health going into the new campaign.
Yves Bissouma won’t be available for the trip to the King Power Stadium, though, following his recent actions.
As for Leicester, strike duo Jamie Vardy and Patson Daka will miss out after picking up injuries in pre-season, while centre-back Conor Coady is also missing with a hamstring problem.
Fellow defender Luke Thomas is back in training and could feature against us.
Who is the referee?
Chris Kavanagh will take charge of Monday night’s clash.
He will be assisted by Lee Betts and Richard West, with Robert Jones as the fourth official.
David Coote and assistant Steve Meredith will be on VAR duties.
What colours will the teams be playing in?
As the home team, Leicester will be wearing their all-blue home strip on Monday night.
Their goalkeeper will wear a dark green strip with gold and lighter green patterns on the front of the shirt.
We’ll also be in our home kit at the King Power – this year’s strip features Lilywhite shirts with navy blue sleeves, navy blue shorts and white socks.
Our keeper will play in all yellow.
What will the weather conditions be like?
It’ll remain bright with a moderate breeze in Leicester on Monday evening, but light rain showers are also forecast. Temperatures should be around 19 degrees.
What is the travel information if I’m going to the game?
Travel information for those making the trip to Leicester can be found here.
