Mark Lawrenson reveals why he can't see Sheffield United losing key clash against Leicester City

The Blades will be brimming with confidence following their impressive 3-0 win over Chelsea last weekend, and could move into sixth place with a win over the Foxes should other results go their way.

Writing his latest predictions piece for BBC Sport, pundit Mark Lawrenson has on this occasion picked a 1-1 draw.

Revealing the thought process behind his decision, Lawro claimed: "Leicester badly need a win to boost their hopes of a top-four finish, especially now they know fifth place won't get them into next season's Champions League after Manchester City's European ban was overturned.

"I do not see them getting three points here, though. It doesn't seem to matter who or where Sheffield United play at the moment because, defensively, they are so well set up."

Meanwhile, Lawro's sparring partner for the week, DJ and Aston Villa fans Nathan Dawe, predicted a more entertaining 2-2 draw.

He revealed: "From a Villa perspective it was very frustrating to follow Leicester's collapse at Bournemouth, especially because of their defensive errors. I think the Foxes will pick themselves up a bit here."

The last time the two sides faced each other, back in August, a thunderous effort from City's Harvey Barnes saw Brendan Rodgers' side emerge victorious, as they claimed a 2-1 victory at Bramall Lane.