Leicester City will be making their return to Championship action with a match against Preston North End this Monday night.

With two consecutive wins under their belt, Leicester City has reclaimed the top spot in the Championship standings. Their impressive 5-0 victory over Southampton during the week served as a strong statement to their closest rivals, Leeds United and Ipswich Town.

Currently sitting at 94 points, Leicester City is within reach of the coveted 100-point mark if they secure wins in their remaining two games. Leeds United follows closely behind with 90 points, while Ipswich Town is at 89 points but with a game in hand.

Enzo Maresca and his team are facing the pressure as the last contenders in the title race to take the field this weekend. Their upcoming match against Preston at Deepdale will be crucial, especially as Leeds United faces QPR and Ipswich Town travels to Hull City in their respective fixtures.

Leicester City has a mixed history against Preston North End, having won 16 times, drawn 17, and lost 31 in their encounters. Despite historical challenges, the Foxes have emerged victorious in their last two meetings against Preston.

Looking ahead to the Monday night clash, football pundit David Prutton believes Leicester City will secure a 2-1 win. The team’s recent strong performances and tactical approach have impressed observers, leading to optimism for their upcoming match.

With a potential promotion within grasp, Leicester could secure their spot in the Premier League even before their game on Monday. However, they will need to remain focused and determined in the face of a determined Preston side eager to play spoiler. The match against the Lilywhites presents an opportunity for Leicester to further solidify their position at the top of the Championship table.

Anticipate Leicester closely monitoring Leeds and Ipswich this weekend, with Maresca and his team solely focused on Deepdale.