EFL Cup Predictions

Leeds United

Leeds United

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

24 August 2022

19:45

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Barnsley

Barnsley

Leeds United will be aiming to build on a splendid 3-0 win over Chelsea when they take on Barnsley at Elland Road on Wednesday evening. The Whites are likely to adopt yet another attack-minded approach, but keep in mind that key players will be rested in the EFL Cup clash. In-form Rodrigo is likely to drop to the bench, with talented forward Joe Gelhardt pushing for a start.... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 August 2022 at 19:45

Forest Green

Forest Green

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

24 August 2022

19:45

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Brighton

Brighton

All eyes will be on The New Lawn when Forest Green and Brighton face each other in the EFL Cup last 64. The Green Army aim to make amends for a 3-0 loss to Plymouth, and head coach Ian Burchnall is likely to mix the squad in the midweek clash. All Wickham, Robertsn, and Little are pushing for a start. You should bear in mind that Forest Green have yet to record a win at home... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 August 2022 at 19:45

Wolves

Wolves

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Preston

Preston

Wolverhampton will look to make amends for a 1-0 loss to Tottenham when they face Preston at Molineux Stadium in the last 64 of the EFL Cup. The Wolves have yet to record a win in the new Premier League campaign, but they are still seen as favourites to beat the Lilywhites on home soil. Fit-again Mexico attacker Raul Jimenez is pushing for a start, while Chiquinho remains on... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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MK Dons

MK Dons

Watford play host to MK Dons at their Vicarage Road in the EFL Cup last 64. The Hornets made a promising start to the new Championship campaign, with the team sitting in second place after five rounds. Watford have big ambitions for the 2022/2023 EFL Cup campaign as well, but key players are likely to be rested in Tuesday’s clash. All Dele-Bashiru, Kalu, and Louza are out ... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Stockport County

Stockport County

Prediction:
2-3

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Leicester

Leicester

Leicester City will look to make amends for a 2-1 loss to Southampton when they face Stockport County at Edgeley Park in the EFL Cup last 32. The Foxes have yet to find their best form in the new season, but Tuesday’s clash could be the turning point for Brendan Rodgers’ troops. Leicester City have been struggling at the back of late, but, on the other hand, they look sh... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Stevenage

Stevenage

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Peterborough

Peterborough

There will be fireworks when Stevenage and Peterborough go head to head at Broadhall Way in the EFL Cup last 64. The Boro aim to build on back-to-back wins over Rochdale and Carlisle, and it is no surprise the odds for home win have been dropping. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team, with Saxon Earley returning to the starting XI. The Posh, on the other hand, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Rotherham

Rotherham

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Morecambe

Morecambe

Aesseal New York Stadium will host Tuesday’s EFL Cup game between Rotherham United and Morecambe. The Millers have been in a fine form of late, with the team rolling over Reading 4-0, while sharing the spoils with both Preston and QPR. Joshua Kayode is out of contention through injury, but he should be the only absentee in the home team. Morecambe, on the other hand, are s... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Oxford United

Oxford United

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace

Oxford United and Crystal Palace square off against each other at Kassam Stadium in what is expected to be an exciting EFL Cup game. Following back-to-back defeats to Bristol Rovers and Lincoln, Oxford United shared the spoils with Morecambe in their last league match. The Yellows are eager to return to winning ways, but they are seen as underdogs in Tuesday’s clash. There... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Norwich City will look to build on a 2-0 win over Millwall when they take on Bournemouth at Carrow Road on Tuesday evening. A spot in the EFL Cup last 32 is at stake, and, no doubt, an interesting encounter is on the cards. The Canaries have been showing signs of improvement of late, with the team beating both Huddersfield Town and Millwall on home soil. Key attacker Teemu P... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Newport County

Newport County

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Newport County and Portsmouth square off against each other at Rodney Parade in what is expected to be an interesting EFL Cup game. Newport County quickly bounced back from a 3-2 loss to Salford City, with the team beating Tranmere Rovers 2-1 at the weekend, and, no doubt, they are high on spirits ahead of Tuesday’s clash. The Exiles are a real force to be reckoned with at... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Grimsby

Grimsby

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

Grimsby Town play host to Nottingham Forest at their Blundell Park in the EFL Cup last 64. The Black and Whites have been impressive at the back of late, and they are likely to rely on their solid defence in Tuesday’s clash. Ryan Taylor should be rested in the EFL game, with Aribim Pepple likely to step up. The visitors, on the other hand, head into the match following a 1... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Gillingham

Gillingham

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Exeter

Exeter

A spot in the EFL Cup last 32 will be at stake when Gillingham and Exeter square off against each other at Priestfield Stadium. The Gills are on a three-game winless run in League Two, and it is no wonder the odds for away win have been dropping. Experienced midfielder Shaun Williams is out of contention through injury, with goalkeeper Ashley Maynard-Brewer missing out as we... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Fleetwood

Fleetwood

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Everton

Everton

Highbury Stadium will host Tuesday’s EFL Cup game between Fleetwood and Everton. The Cod Army have been involved in some low-scoring games of late, and they are likely to rely on their solid defence in the midweek clash. Centre-back Darnell Johnson has yet to recover from his injury, while all Joe Garner, Cian Hayes, and Carl Johnston could be recalled to the starting XI. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

All eyes will be on Pride Park when Derby County and WBA take on each other in the EFL Cup last 64. The Rams head into the match following back-to-back goalless draw with Shrewsbury and Fleetwood, and they should continue relying on their solid-defence. All Louie Sibley, Liam Thompson, Korey Smith, and Jake Rodney are all pushing for a start, as well as Craig Forsyth.

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This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Crawley

Crawley

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Fulham

Fulham

The People’s Pension Stadium will host Tuesday’s EFL Cup game between Crawley Town and Fulham. The Red Devils do not seem to be at their sharpest, with the team losing to both AFC Wimbledon and Northampton Town in the previous two league fixtures, and they must be low on spirits ahead of the visit of Fulham. There are no fresh injury worries in the home side, but Tony Cr... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:45

Colchester

Colchester

Prediction:
1-3

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:45

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Brentford

Brentford

Colchester United and Brentford square off against each other at Colchester Community Stadium in the EFL Cup last 64. The U’s aim to make amends for a 3-1 loss to Leyton Orient, and they are likely to fight tooth and nail against the Bees. Tommy Smith continues to miss out with a foot injury, while midfielder Emyr Huws has yet to recover from an ankle injury.

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This match will be played on 23 August 2022 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
Man CityMan CityBrentfordBrentford17/12/2025, 19:30
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NewcastleNewcastleFulhamFulham17/12/2025, 20:15
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
ArsenalArsenalCrystal PalaceCrystal Palace23/12/2025, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NewcastleNewcastleMan CityMan City13/01/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
ChelseaChelseaArsenalArsenal14/01/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw

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 (2025/2026)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.33
Away Teams 1.48
Total (Combined) 2.81
32 min/Goal (253 Goals in 90 matches)
48% Clean Sheets (43 times out of 90 matches)
54% Both Teams Scored (49 times out of 90 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 39%
Draw 22%
Away Win 39%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 98%
Over 1.5 83%
Over 2.5 51%
Over 3.5 28%
Over 4.5 13%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 2%
Under 1.5 17%
Under 2.5 49%
Under 3.5 71%
Under 4.5 87%
League Cup Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.18
Shots / Match (Home) 12.91
Shots / Match (Away) 12.27
Fouls Per Match 21.57
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.3
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.27
Offsides Per Match 3.6
Players Participated 2054

EFL Cup Results

Date Match
16/12/2025, 20:00 Cardiff City 1 - 3 Chelsea
17/12/2025, 19:30 Manchester City 2 - 0 Brentford
17/12/2025, 20:15 Newcastle United 2 - 1 Fulham
23/12/2025, 20:00 Arsenal 1 - 1 Crystal Palace

EFL Cup Fixtures

Date Match
13/01/2026, 20:00 Newcastle United 0 - 2 Manchester City
14/01/2026, 20:00 Chelsea 2 - 3 Arsenal
03/02/2026, 20:00 Arsenal - Chelsea
04/02/2026, 20:00 Manchester City - Newcastle United

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