EFL Cup Predictions

Port Vale

Port Vale

Prediction:
0-3

Match Time & Date:

24 September 2025

20:00

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Arsenal

Arsenal

Port Vale and Arsenal square off against each other at Vale Park in the closing match of Wednesday’s program. The Valiants are eyeing their third consecutive league win, but they will have a mountain to climb against the Premier League giants. A man to watch in the home team will be Devante Cole, who has found his goal-scoring touch of late, while defender Liam Gordon is a... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 September 2025 at 20:00

Tottenham

Tottenham

Prediction:
4-1

Match Time & Date:

24 September 2025

19:45

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Doncaster

Doncaster

David faces Goliath in London as Tottenham and Doncaster take on each other in the EFL Cup last 32. Spurs are seen as hot favourites to win Wednesday’s clash, but boss Thomas Frank must warn his men against complacency. Both Xavi Simons and Brennan Johnson are pushing for a start, while there are no fresh injury worries in the home team. Djed Spence is in line for a recall... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 September 2025 at 19:45

Newcastle

Newcastle

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

24 September 2025

19:45

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Bradford

Bradford

Following a goalless draw with Bournemouth in the Premier League round 5, Newcastle United will be aiming to return to winning ways when they take on Bradford City in the EFL Cup last 32. The Magpies have turned their St. James’ Park into a real fortress and they are seen as hot favourites to win Wednesday’s encounter. Harvey Barnes is pushing for a start as well as summ... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 September 2025 at 19:45

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
1-4

Match Time & Date:

24 September 2025

19:45

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Man City

Man City

Huddersfield Town will be aiming to claim a major scalp in the EFL Cup last 32 when they take on star-studded Manchester City at their John Smith’s Stadium. The Terriers are eyeing their first win over Man City since 1999 when the two teams faced each other in the Championship, but they will have a much bigger fish to fry this time out. Goalkeeper Owen Goodman is back from... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 September 2025 at 19:45

Liverpool

Liverpool

Prediction:
4-1

Match Time & Date:

23 September 2025

20:00

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Southampton

Southampton

Liverpool and Southampton go head to head at Anfield in the closing match of Tuesday’s program in the EFL Cup last 32. The Reds are brimming with confidence following a 2-1 win over Everton in the Merseyside derby and they surely want to keep their 100% record in the new season intact. Manager Arne Slot is expected to mix the squad against Southampton, with all Florian Wir... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 September 2025 at 20:00

Wrexham

Wrexham

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

23 September 2025

19:45

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Reading

Reading

Buoyed by a 3-2 win over Norwich City in the Championship, Wrexham will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Reading in the EFL Cup last 32. The Dragons have been involved in some high-scoring games of late and we predict that they will stick to their attacking style of play against Reading. A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be fit-... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 September 2025 at 19:45

Wolves

Wolves

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

23 September 2025

19:45

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Everton

Everton

A spot in the EFL Cup last 16 will be at stake when Wolverhampton and Everton square off against each other at Molineux Stadium on Tuesday evening. The Wolves made a slow start to the new Premier League season, losing each of their first five games of the process. Given their shaky defence, we do not believe that the is a big value in betting on the home side. All Larsen, Bu... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 September 2025 at 19:45

Wigan

Wigan

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

23 September 2025

19:45

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Wycombe

Wycombe

Tuesday’s football game at The Brick Community Stadium pits together Wigan Athletic and Wycombe Wanderers, the two League One sides. The Latics aim to make amends for a heavy 4-1 loss to Bolton and we are positive that they will leave their hearts on the field in the midweek clash. Maleace Asamoah, Luke Robinson, and Borges Rodrigues are pushing for a start, while there ar... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 September 2025 at 19:45

Lincoln

Lincoln

Prediction:
0-3

Match Time & Date:

23 September 2025

19:45

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Chelsea

Chelsea

Lincoln will be aiming to claim a major scalp in the EFL Cup last 32 when they welcome star-studded Premier League side Chelsea to their LNER Stadium. The Imps are brimming with confidence following back-to-back League One wins over Luton Town and Burton Albion, but they will have a mountain to climb against Enzo Maresca’s troops. Justin Obikwu is pushing for a start after... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 September 2025 at 19:45

Fulham

Fulham

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

23 September 2025

19:45

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Cambridge United

Cambridge United

David faces Goliath at Craven Cottage in what promises to be a David-vs-Goliath clash. The Cottagers have big ambitions for the 2025/2026 EFL Cup campaign and we predict that they will go all guns blazing at the League Two side. All Tom Cairney, Raul Jimenez and Emile Smith Rowe are widely expected to return to the starting XI, while there are no fresh injury worries in the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 September 2025 at 19:45

Burnley

Burnley

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

23 September 2025

19:45

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Following a 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest, Burnley will look to return to winning ways when they face Cardiff City in the EFL Cup last 32. The Clarets are seen as hot favourites to win Tuesday’s clash, but they will have to prove their worth on the field. All Amdouni, Beyer, and Roberts are out of contention with injuries, while midfielder Jacob Bruun Larsen is a major d... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 September 2025 at 19:45

Barnsley

Barnsley

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

23 September 2025

19:45

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Brighton

Brighton

Barnsley will be aiming to recover from a 1-0 loss to Blackpool when they take on Brighton in the EFL Cup last 32. The Tykes are on a three-game winning run at home in all competitions, but they will have a mountain to climb against the Premier League outfit. All Gent, Jalo, Kelly, and Roberts are out of contention with injuries for the home side, while forward Neil Farrugia... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 September 2025 at 19:45

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

17 September 2025

20:00

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Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

A spot in the EFL Cup last 16 will be at stake when Swansea City and Nottingham Forest lock horns in South Wales on Wednesday evening. The Swans set up a meeting with Forest by beating Plymouth on penalties, but they face an uphill task in the last 32. All Stamenic, Santos, and Fulton remain in the recovery room, but there are no fresh injury worries in the home team.

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This match will be played on 17 September 2025 at 20:00

Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

16 September 2025

20:00

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Millwall

Millwall

There will be fireworks when Crystal Palace and Millwall face each other in a small London derby in the EFL Cup last 32. The Eagles have been impressive at the back in the Premier League of late and we predict that they will continue relying on their rock-solid defence in Tuesday’s clash. Summer signing Christantus Uche is pushing for his full Crystal Palace debut, while a... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2025 at 20:00

Brentford

Brentford

Prediction:
0-0

Match Time & Date:

16 September 2025

20:00

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Aston Villa

Aston Villa

After holding Chelsea to a 2-2 draw in the London derby, Brentford will look to return to winning ways when they face Aston Villa in the EFL Cup last 32. The Bees continue life without key players Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa, with summer signing Jordan Henderson already adapting to the new surroundings. Former Liverpool man Fabio Carvalho is pushing for a start after scorin... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2025 at 20:00

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

16 September 2025

19:45

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Grimsby

Grimsby

After shocking Leeds United in the previous round, Sheffield Wednesday will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they face Grimsby Town in the EFL Cup last 32. The Owls have been struggling in the new Championship campaign, but they obviously have big ambitions for the EFL Cup. Teenage defender Harry Amass limped off with injury in a 3-0 loss to Bristol Cit... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2025 at 19:45

When do we release our EFL Cup predictions?

Similar to FA Cup, our EFL Cup football predictions arrive on Monday 13:00 London Time as they are always scheduled for midweek.

The EFL Cup games are usually played on Tuesday or Wednesday, therefore, our football experts give their best to collect fresh and reliable information during the weekend. Once we release our EFL Cup football tips you will have a number of betting options to choose from.  

EFL Cup predictions by Footballpredictions.com

EFL Cup or Carabao Cup is an English annual knockout football competition where 92 clubs within the top four levels of the English football league system compete every season.

The competition is divided into seven rounds, with 32 teams competing in the third round of the EFL Cup. Teams that represent England in European competition book their place in the third round automatically.

Unlike FA Cup which ends in May, the Carabao Cup concludes in February, with the title game taking place at Wembley Stadium.

The winners of the Carabao Cup receive the trophy which weights 2.967 kg and measures 27 cm by 20.5 cm. The trophy is worth £20,000.

The EFL Cup has a rich history

Aston Villa are the first winners of the English League Cup as they defeated Rotherham United 3-2 on aggregate in the final of the competition back in 1961. The Millers defeated the Villans 2-0 in front of home fans, but the Villa Park outfit did well to overcome the deficit in the return leg.

Former Oldham Athletic forward Frankie Bunn holds the record for most goals scored in a match, as he found the net six times in a win over Scarborough on October 25, 1989, whilst West Ham United recorded the biggest ever win in the EFL Cup as they crushed Bury 10-0 back in 1983.

Three years later Liverpool outclassed Fulham with the same outcome (10-0).

Speaking of the Reds, they are the most successful team in the history of the EFL Cup as they clinched their 8th trophy in the 2011/2012 season, beating Cardiff City on penalties in the title game.

EFL Cup Tips, Predictions and Betting advice

If you aim to find your bet of the day, make sure you study our EFL Cup predictions which include team news, current form and head-to-head record.

Coaches often rest key players in the Carabao Cup games as top teams often play on four fronts in a season, therefore, checking out team news could be the key to your success when it comes to betting on the EFL Cup.

Underdogs tend to go all the way

Lower-league teams often go all the way in the EFL Cup, with, for example, Bradford City making it to the final of the competition in 2013.

Underdogs oftentimes claim major scalps in the Carabao Cup as coaches of top Premier League teams use EFL Cup games to test as many players as possible.

However, you should bear in mind that in the final stages of the competition coaches count on key players as the winner is guaranteed a place in the Europa League.

Popular betting tips

As previously mentioned, betting on favourites in the EFL Cup is unlikely to prove to be a boost to your betting account, therefore, we recommend you to bet on goals when it comes to the second most popular cup competition in England.

Long-term bets should be considered as there are coaches who aim to win everything. For example, former Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho rarely rested first-team regulars in the EFL Cup games due to his winning mentality.

Our Team of FA Cup Experts

If you want to beat the bookmakers and use your free bets in the best way possible, read our EFL Cup betting tips carefully.

Our football experts are accomplished sports columnists who provide fresh and reliable information and seeing that our predictions are based on the wealth of experience in the betting industry, FootballPredictions.com is the right place for you.

Our team of experts provide us football tips which are released after we double check them. Similar to FA Cup, condition of key players can be a huge factor when it comes to betting on the EFL Cup.

Our columnists monitor English lower leagues closely, which helps them find the best betting options.    

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