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Leicester City predicted XI vs Luton as double injury return poses selection dilemma

Russell Martin could name the same starting XI for Leicester City's trip to Luton Town…

By Josh Holland · Leicester Mercury

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Leicester City face potential lineup rotation against Luton Town as several players return from injury.
Manager Martin is expected to keep the 3-4-2-1 formation that delivered consecutive wins over Doncaster and Bromley.
Defender Christian McFarlane could return from injury to provide depth at wing-back.

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Leicester City face squad rotation decisions ahead of their trip to Kenilworth Road to play Luton Town following back-to-back victories. Manager Martin has successfully utilized a 3-4-2-1 formation against Doncaster Rovers and Bromley, but playing a third fixture in a week may prompt changes to the starting lineup.

Christian McFarlane could return from injury at wing-back to offer Luke Thomas rest, while Conor Chaplin and Will Smallbone are pushing for midfield minutes after returning to fitness. Despite rotation options, striker Emil Riis and goalkeeper Alex McCarthy are projected to retain their starting roles.

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