Nigel Pearson will surely presist with the 4-5-1 formation that gained the Foxes a point at Hull on Boxing Day. Tomorrow's trip to Burnley will be the 3rd game of 5 in a hectic 15 day period over Christmas and New Year. It is possible therefore that, although the team performed well at Hull, there may be some changes in personnel. Dyer may come in for Knockaert or Marshall and don't be surprised to see Waghorn replace Nugent up front. Nugent struggled to make an impact at Hull in the lone striker role. Waghorn is 5 years younger than Nugent and should be fresher after a period on the sidelines. Interestingly, only 1 of Nugent's 11 goals this season have come in games away from the King Power Stadium.
Burnley's Charlie Austin has bagged an incredible 23 goals already this season and is the real danger man for the Clarets. Wes Morgan will have to be at his absolute best to keep the striker quiet for 90 minutes, if Austin plays. He was withdrawn during the second half on Boxing Day, complaining of a muscle injury. His absence would be a huge plus for the Foxes. Burnley are currently 13th in the table but have a good home record this season, having lost just 2 of their 12 matches at Turf Moor. Leicester are on the hunt for just their 4th away victory of the season, a record which must improve if they are to mount a serious push for promotion in the New Year. Every other team in the top 6 has secured a minimum of 5 victories on the road already this season. Clearly, Leicester are playing catch-up. 3 points tomorrow could set the tone for a Happy New Year.
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