Why is Leicester vs Manchester United kicking off at 7:00pm? Premier League forced to move King Power clash

Relegation strugglers Leicester City welcome Manchester United to the King Power this evening, but it will be played at an odd time. The Foxes have lost their last six matches in all competitions and look to be heading for a second relegation in three seasons. Man United controversially beat Leicester in the FA Cup fourth roundGetty If they are to avoid the drop, they need to start picking up points, and they have a chance against a struggling Man United. Ruben Amorim‘s men are languishing in the bottom half of the table with almost nothing left to play for. So, this presents a big chance for the Foxes to launch a late survival bid, but the match is starting at an odd time. Why is Leicester vs Man United at 7:00pm? This match has been moved due to the Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Newcastle United. That match is due to take place today at Wembley, and it will kick-off at 4:30pm. This fixture was initially scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 15, but it has been moved due to Man United’s European commitments. The Red Devils were Europa League action on Thursday against Real Sociedad, and they were victorious at Old Trafford. Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick to secure his side’s place in the quarter-finals. It was then selected for TV coverage, but because of the Carabao Cup, the normal Sunday slots of 2pm and 4:30pm weren’t available. Sky Sports will show this game on Main Event and Premier League, with coverage on Main Event starting after the cup final. It has been a baptism of fire for Ruud van Nistelrooy as a Premier League managerGetty Leicester vs Man United: Team news The Foxes only have one injury as winger Abdul Fatawu is still out recovering from an ACL tear, Meanwhile, Man United’s injury list is increasingly long. As it stands, Harry Maguire is the only player who has a chance of being involved. Mason Mount and Kobbie Mainoo are the closest, but they are still struggling. Leny Yoro has been ruled out with an ankle problem and Patrick Dorgu is suspended. Luke Shaw, Jonny Evans, Amad Diallo and Altay Bayindir are all out with long-term problems. Yoro is the latest player to join the Man United injury listGetty Leicester vs Man United: How to follow This Premier League clash is set to take place on Sunday, March 16. Kick-off at the King Power is scheduled for 7pm. The game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. talkSPORT and talkSPORT.com will also keep you up to date with all the latest throughout the day. To tune in to talkSPORT through the website, click HERE for the live stream. Listen via the talkSPORT app here, or on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM. Visit talkSPORT BET for all the latest odds and bet boosts.

Relegation strugglers Leicester City welcome Manchester United to the King Power this evening, but it will be played at an odd time.

The Foxes have lost their last six matches in all competitions and look to be heading for a second relegation in three seasons.

If they are to avoid the drop, they need to start picking up points, and they have a chance against a struggling Man United.

Ruben Amorim‘s men are languishing in the bottom half of the table with almost nothing left to play for.

So, this presents a big chance for the Foxes to launch a late survival bid, but the match is starting at an odd time.

This match has been moved due to the Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Newcastle United.

That match is due to take place today at Wembley, and it will kick-off at 4:30pm.

This fixture was initially scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 15, but it has been moved due to Man United’s European commitments.

The Red Devils were Europa League action on Thursday against Real Sociedad, and they were victorious at Old Trafford.

Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick to secure his side’s place in the quarter-finals.

It was then selected for TV coverage, but because of the Carabao Cup, the normal Sunday slots of 2pm and 4:30pm weren’t available.

Sky Sports will show this game on Main Event and Premier League, with coverage on Main Event starting after the cup final.

The Foxes only have one injury as winger Abdul Fatawu is still out recovering from an ACL tear,

Meanwhile, Man United’s injury list is increasingly long.

As it stands, Harry Maguire is the only player who has a chance of being involved.

Mason Mount and Kobbie Mainoo are the closest, but they are still struggling.

Leny Yoro has been ruled out with an ankle problem and Patrick Dorgu is suspended.

Luke Shaw, Jonny Evans, Amad Diallo and Altay Bayindir are all out with long-term problems.

This Premier League clash is set to take place on Sunday, March 16.

Kick-off at the King Power is scheduled for 7pm.

The game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.

talkSPORT and talkSPORT.com will also keep you up to date with all the latest throughout the day.

To tune in to talkSPORT through the website, click HERE for the live stream.

Listen via the talkSPORT app here, or on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.

Visit talkSPORT BET for all the latest odds and bet boosts.