EFL Cup Predictions

Rotherham

Rotherham

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Morecambe

Morecambe

Rotherham United welcome Morecambe at their Aesseal New York Stadium in the EFL Cup round 1. The Millers made a slow start to the season, with the team losing at Stoke City (1-4) and, no doubt, they are eager to get back on course as soon as possible. Experienced midfielder Cafu is banned for the match, while experienced defender Lee Peltier is likely to return to the starti ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Salford

Salford

A spot in the EFL Cup last 64 will be at stake when Preston and Salford City go head to head at Deepdale on Tuesday evening. The Lilywhites kicked off the new Championship campaign with a 1-1 draw against Bristol City, with key player Will Keane scoring the equalizing goal. The Ireland forward could be rested against Salford, with teenage forward Felipe Rodriguez pushing for ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Port Vale

Port Vale

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Fleetwood

Fleetwood

The EFL Cup round 1 game between Port Vale and Fleetwood is expected to showcase a closely contested battle. Port Vale, eager to rebound after a daunting 7-0 defeat to Barnsley in their League One opener, welcomes the return of key players Thomas and Chislette to their starting XI. Their collective effort will be crucial in shoring up their defence and regaining stability.... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Plymouth

Plymouth

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Leyton Orient

Leyton Orient

Plymouth will look to book their place in the EFL Cup round 2 when they take on Leyton Orient at their Home Park on Tuesday evening. The Pilgrims aim to build on a splendid 3-1 win over Huddersfield Town, but keep in mind that boss Steven Schumacher is likely to rest several key players for the Championship game against Leyton Orient. All Butcher, Waine, and Azaz are pushing ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Notts County

Notts County

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Lincoln

Lincoln

Following an unexpected 5-1 loss to Sutton in the League Two round 1, Notts County will look to give fans something to cheer about when they take on Lincoln in the EFL Cup. The Magpies are low on confidence ahead of Tuesday’s game, but the bookies still see them as favourites to advance to round 2. Aidan Stone misses out through suspension, with fellow shot-stopper Sam Slo ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

MK Dons

MK Dons

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Wycombe

Wycombe

MK Dons and Wycombe Wanderers will be vying for a spot in the EFL Cup round 2 when they face each other at Stadium MK on Tuesday evening. The Dons produced a brilliant offensive performance in a 5-3 win over Wrexham and we predict that they will stick to their attacking style of play. A man to watch in the home team will be Jonathan Leko, who scored a brace in the League Two ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Reading

Reading

In the upcoming EFL Cup round 1 clash, Millwall and Reading are set to battle it out in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. Millwall kick-started their season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Middlesbrough, showcasing their determination and power. Eager to continue their winning streak, the Lions aim to provide their fans with another reason to rejoice. On the oth ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Doncaster

Doncaster

Hull City play host to Doncaster United in an exciting EFL Cup round 1 clash. The Tigers, eager to rebound after a defeat to Norwich in their Championship opener, are determined to get back on course. With a desire to make amends, Hull City ais to secure a victory against a struggling Doncaster side. Doncaster United head into the match after a lackluster performance, fallin ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Harrogate

Harrogate

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Carlisle

Carlisle

Harrogate and Carlisle go head to head at EnviroVent Stadium in the first round of the EFL Cup. The Sulphurites defeated Doncaster thanks to Jack Muldoon’s goal from the penalty spot in their League Two opener, but they will have a much bigger fish to fry against the Cumbrians. Even though there are no fresh selection worries in the home team, both Mattock and Daly should ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Gillingham

Gillingham

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Southampton

Southampton

Priestfield Stadium will host Tuesday’s EFL Cup game between Gillingham and Southampton, the two teams who meet for the first time since 2010 when they faced each other in the League One. Back then the Gills defeated the Saints, but circumstances have significantly changes since then. Southampton are seen as hot favourites to win the EFL Cup showdown and given their fine d ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Forest Green

Forest Green

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

All eyes will be on The New Lawn when Forest Green and Portsmouth lock horns in the EFL Cup round 1 on Tuesday. The Green Army did not make a promising start to the season, with the team losing to Salford City (0-2) in front of home fans and, as a result, the bookies see them as underdogs in this EFL Cup clash. Since head coach David Horseman is expected to make changes to t ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Exeter

Exeter

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Crawley

Crawley

St James Park will be the centre of attention on Tuesday evening as Exeter City and Crawley Town go head to head in the EFL Cup round 1. The Grecians kicked of the new League One campaign in style, with the team outclassing Wycombe 3-0 on the road, meaning that they are brimming with confidence ahead of the visit of Crawley. Defender Demetri Mitchell suffered an injury at th ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Blackpool

Blackpool

After suffering a 2-1 loss to Wigan Athletic in the season opener, Derby County will look to get back on course when they welcome Blackpool to their Pride Park in the EFL Cup round 1. The Rams failed to impress in the opening match of the season, but the bookies still see them as favourites to beat the Seasiders at home ground. Summer signing Conor Washington is pushing for ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Cheltenham

Cheltenham

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Tuesday’s football game at Whaddon Road pits together Cheltenham Town and Birmingham City, the two teams who are vying for a spot in the EFL Cup round 2. The Robins aim to recover from a 1-0 loss to Shrewsbury Town and we are positive that boss Wade Elliott will make changes to the team that suffered the day-one defeat at the weekend. Curtis Thompson is widely expected to ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Bolton

Bolton

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Barrow

Barrow

Buoyed by a thrilling 3-0 win over Lincoln in their League One opener, Bolton will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they face Barrow in the EFL Cup round 1. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team, but all N’Lundulu, Thomason, and Maghoma could start this time out. Bolton head coach Ian Evatt is likely to stick to the 3-5-2 formation.

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This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2023

19:45

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Walsall

Walsall

After surviving West Bromwich Albion in their Championship opener, Blackburn Rovers will look to produce yet another fine performance when they take on Walsall in the EFL Cup round 1. The Riversiders continue life without key attacker Ben Brereton Diaz and, in his absence, a man to keep an eye on in the home team will be talented striker Harry Leonad, who opened his goal-sco ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2023 at 19:45

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EFL Cup Predictions

Weekly EFL Cup Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our weekly English Football League (EFL) Cup tips across the most relevant football betting markets, including Correct Score, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), Over/Under 2.5 Goals, Total Shots on Target, and Match Result.

EFL Cup Betting Tips

MatchBetting tips
FleetwoodFleetwoodSheffield UnitedSheffield United16/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
EvertonEvertonWolvesWolves16/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Manchester UnitedManchester UnitedBrightonBrighton16/09/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CoventryCoventryAston VillaAston Villa16/09/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Man CityMan CityNorwichNorwich17/09/2026, 19:30
  • Correct Score: 3-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win

EFL Cup Betting Stats and Data

Officially known as the Carabao Cup for sponsorship reasons, the EFL Cup has been played since 1960 and is the second most prestigious domestic knockout competition in English football after the FA Cup. To further enhance our EFL Cup tips and betting advice, FootballPredictions.com draws on competition records that track how often home or away teams progress, the typical number of goals scored in ties, and how often both teams find the net. We use these patterns to form the statistical base for our weekly previews across the most popular EFL Cup betting markets.

EFL Cup Stats (2026/2027)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.51
Away Teams 1.58
Total (Combined) 3.09
29.1 min/Goal (235 Goals in 76 matches)
47% Clean Sheets (36 times out of 76 matches)
55% Both Teams Scored (42 times out of 76 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 39%
Draw 17%
Away Win 44%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 97%
Over 1.5 80%
Over 2.5 56%
Over 3.5 38%
Over 4.5 22%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 3%
Under 1.5 20%
Under 2.5 43%
Under 3.5 62%
Under 4.5 78%
League Cup Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 27.76
Shots / Match (Home) 14.3
Shots / Match (Away) 13.46
Fouls Per Match 22.08
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.89
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.18
Offsides Per Match 3.5
Players Participated 2019

EFL Cup Results

Date Match
08/09/2026, 18:45 Sunderland 1 - 0 Hull City
08/09/2026, 18:45 AFC Bournemouth 4 - 0 Lincoln City
08/09/2026, 18:45 Leyton Orient 1 - 3 Bradford City
08/09/2026, 18:45 Crystal Palace 3 - 0 Middlesbrough
08/09/2026, 19:00 Millwall 0 - 1 Newcastle United
09/09/2026, 19:15 Chelsea 6 - 3 Leeds United
15/09/2026, 18:30 Peterborough United 3 - 3 Barnsley
15/09/2026, 18:45 West Ham United 2 - 3 Fulham
15/09/2026, 19:00 Liverpool 3 - 1 Tottenham Hotspur
15/09/2026, 19:00 Reading 1 - 2 Brentford
15/09/2026, 19:00 Ipswich Town 2 - 4 Arsenal
16/09/2026, 18:45 Everton 1 - 0 Wolverhampton Wanderers
16/09/2026, 18:45 Fleetwood Town 1 - 0 Sheffield United
16/09/2026, 19:00 Coventry City 1 - 3 Aston Villa
16/09/2026, 19:00 Manchester United 2 - 3 Brighton & Hove Albion
17/09/2026, 18:30 Manchester City 5 - 0 Norwich City

EFL Cup Fixtures

Date Match
27/10/2026, 19:45 Bradford City - Peterborough United
27/10/2026, 20:00 Fleetwood Town - Arsenal
28/10/2026, 19:30 Manchester City - Brighton & Hove Albion
28/10/2026, 19:45 AFC Bournemouth - Aston Villa
28/10/2026, 19:45 Sunderland - Brentford
28/10/2026, 19:45 Fulham - Crystal Palace
28/10/2026, 20:00 Liverpool - Chelsea
29/10/2026, 19:45 Everton - Newcastle United

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  • FA Cup Predictions. Our FA Cup predictions focus on England’s oldest knockout tournament, following key fixtures and potential upsets.
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