You would have been quoted massive odds for these two teams to occupy a Champions League qualification place with less than ten games remaining, but here we are, covering a colossal game in the race for the top four.
Leicester have powered through injury struggles to stay in third place recently, desperate to avoid another late season collapse, while seemingly perennial underachievers West Ham have been nothing short of excellent in 2020/21.
David Moyes' side enter the weekend holding fourth place by a single point, which is no fluke given the underlying numbers West Ham are producing.
The Hammers have averaged 1.61 expected goals for (xGF) and 1.33 expected goals against (xGA) per game this season, building a solid gap between their 10-match rolling trendlines throughout the season before faltering at the back in the last two games.
Leicester's away form has powered their impressive campaign, losing only one game on the road en route to accumulating a points total that is only bettered by champions-elect Manchester City.
Defensive solidity has been the anchor to that form, too, allowing 13 goals in the 15 matches away from the King Power Stadium, further strengthening the argument for a low-scoring affair.
Kelechi Iheanacho's outstanding contributions in recent weeks has papered over some creative issues, too.
If we excuse the big 5-0 win over a detached Sheffield United side, Leicester have recorded a meagre average of 0.88 xGF per game in their last five Premier League fixtures.
Unfortunately for the neutral, I just can't see West Ham's sudden tendency to be involved in thrillers continue in this match-up.
Score prediction: West Ham 1-1 Leicester ()
Odds correct 0900 BST (09/04/21)
We are committed in our support of responsible gambling. Recommended bets are advised to over-18s and we strongly encourage readers to wager only what they can afford to lose.
If you are concerned about your gambling, please call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133, or visit .
Further support and information can be found at and .