EFL Cup Predictions

Everton will look to get back on track when they host Newcastle in the EFL Cup last 16, having suffered back-to-back defeats to Chelsea and Arsenal. The Toffees are now without a win in three matches and will be determined to make the most of their home advantage. Vitali Mykolenko picked up a knock against Arsenal, so Hayden Hackney is likely to step in, while both Dibling and ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 October 2026 at 19:45

In-form Liverpool will be looking to extend their winning run to five games when they take on Chelsea in this EFL Cup derby. The Reds produced another impressive display at the weekend, beating Brighton 2-0 to maintain their strong momentum. They have been scoring freely of late, averaging 2.20 goals per game across their last ten matches in all competitions. Florian Wirtz pick ... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 October 2026 at 20:00

A spot in the EFL Cup quarter-finals will be at stake when Sunderland host Brentford. The Black Cats head into this clash after a goalless draw with Leeds United in the Premier League, a game in which they managed just 0.83 xG. The hosts will be hoping to make better use of their chances here, although their home scoring record is a concern, with Sunderland averaging just 0.40 ... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 October 2026 at 19:45

Fulham aim to make it three wins in a row when they face Crystal Palace in the EFL Cup last 16. The Cottagers have shown signs of improvement, following up a 1-0 victory over Hull City with another narrow win against Coventry City. Despite the strong performance against Coventry, Marco Silva is expected to make changes, with Sander Berge, Palhinha and Rodrigo Muniz all pushing ... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 October 2026 at 19:45

High-flying Bournemouth will be eager to extend their winning run to five games in all competitions when they host Aston Villa in the EFL Cup last 16. The Cherries head into the tie full of confidence after a convincing 3-0 win at Manchester United, where they defended well and created 2.15 xG. Rotation is possible for this cup clash, with Ryan Christie, Amine Adli, Eli Junior ... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 October 2026 at 19:45

Man City will be aiming to bounce back from a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa when they host Brighton in the EFL Cup last 16. Pep Guardiola’s men produced an underwhelming performance at the weekend, with Jeremy Doku struggling to make an impact amid too many mistakes. Changes are expected for this cup tie, and the talented winger is likely to return to the starting XI alongside Phil ... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 October 2026 at 19:30

Fleetwood will try to claim a major scalp when they host Arsenal in the EFL Cup last 16. The hosts will be eager to bounce back from back-to-back League Two defeats to Cheltenham (2-4) and Exeter (1-2), but they face a daunting challenge against Premier League opposition. The good news for Fleetwood is that defender Rhys Bennett returns from suspension. Matt Lawlor's men have b ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 October 2026 at 20:00

A place in the EFL Cup quarter-finals will be at stake when Bradford City host Peterborough United. The Bantams head into this clash on an eight-game unbeaten run in League One, and they will be eager to carry that momentum into the cup after beating Leyton 3-1 in the previous round. Their defensive record has been particularly impressive, with just three goals conceded across ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 October 2026 at 19:45

Man City will be looking to keep their perfect record intact when they face Norwich City in the EFL Cup last 32. The Citizens continued their winning run with a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the local derby, despite Phil Foden's sending-off. Iliman Ndiaye, Nick O'Reilly, and Mateo Kovacic are all pushing for a start as Pep Guardiola considers rotation. City have won 60% ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 19:30

Manchester United will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Manchester City when they face Brighton in the EFL Cup. The Red Devils failed to impress against the ten-man Citizens and will be determined to produce a much better display on home soil. Rotation is possible, with Benjamin Sesko, Andrey Santos, and Mason Mount all pushing for a start. United ha ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 20:00

Coventry will be hoping to put an end to their four-game losing run when they welcome Aston Villa in the EFL Cup. The Sky Blues were thrashed 5-0 by Brighton at the weekend, adding further pressure ahead of this cup tie. Taiwo Awoniyi is suspended, while Wright, Woolfenden, Kesler-Hayden, and Eccles are all ruled out through injury. Coventry have nevertheless won 60% of their l ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 20:00

Highbury Stadium will host an eagerly-awaited EFL Cup clash between Fleetwood and Sheffield United. The Cods are undefeated in the new League Two campaign and produced an impressive 4-0 victory over Shrewsbury in the previous round. Fleetwood have won 40% of their last 10 matches, scoring 1.50 goals per game while conceding just 0.70. Their home defensive record is particularly ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 19:45

Everton will be looking to extend their unbeaten start to the Premier League campaign when they take on Wolves in the EFL Cup. The Toffees have big ambitions in the competition and will be eager to bounce back from a goalless draw with Tottenham, a game in which they registered 1.11 xG. Jack Grealish is pushing for a start after coming off the bench at the weekend, while Christ ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 19:45

Reading will be hoping to turn the Select Car Leasing Stadium into a fortress again when Brentford visit in the EFL Cup third round. The Royals are coming off a 2-1 defeat to Cambridge United, but they have won their previous two home games and will be looking to extend that run. Reading have scored 2.4 goals per game across their last 10 home matches, while their overall avera ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2026 at 20:00

All eyes will be on Anfield when Liverpool and Tottenham go head to head in the EFL Cup last 32, with both sides looking to bounce back from goalless Premier League draws. Liverpool produced a disappointing display against Fulham, but Arne Slot is expected to rotate, with Cody Gakpo, Milos Kerkez and Alexis Mac Allister pushing for starts. There are no fresh injury concerns. Th ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2026 at 20:00

Expect a thrilling atmosphere at Portman Road when Ipswich take on Arsenal in an eagerly-awaited EFL Cup last-32 clash. The Tractor Boys arrive full of confidence after a 3-2 Premier League victory over Crystal Palace and will fancy their chances of claiming a major scalp. Emersonn picked up a knock in that win but should recover in time. Ipswich have won 67% of their last six ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2026 at 20:00