EFL Cup Predictions

Walsall

Walsall

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

23 August 2022

19:00

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Charlton

Charlton

A place in the EFL Cup last 32 will be at stake when Walsall and Charlton face each other at Bescot Stadium on Tuesday evening. Walsall aim to put an end to their three-game winless run, and they are surely capable of matching Charlton on home soil. All Liam Bennett, Isaac Hutchinson, and Timmy Abraham are pushing for a start, speaking of the home team, while Corey Blackett- ... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 August 2022 at 19:00

Chelsea

Chelsea

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

27 February 2022

16:30

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Liverpool

Liverpool

There will be fireworks when Chelsea and Liverpool square off against each other in the EFL Cup final. The Blues are eyeing their first League Cup title since 2015, but they will have a big fish to fry in the Wembley Stadium showdown. Both Reece James and Ben Chilwell remain in the recovery room, but they should be the only absentees in Thomas Tuchel’s team. Both Romelu Lu ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 February 2022 at 16:30

Arsenal

Arsenal

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

20 January 2022

19:45

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Liverpool

Liverpool

A place in the EFL Cup final will be at stake when Arsenal and Liverpool go head to head at Emirates Stadium on Thursday evening. The Gunners are hit by AFCON absences, with all Aubameyang, Elneny, Partey, and Pepe being on international duty. Granit Xhaka once again misses out through suspension, with Odegaard stepping up. Both Saka and Smith Rowe should be fit for the matc ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 January 2022 at 19:45

Liverpool

Liverpool

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

13 January 2022

19:45

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Arsenal

Arsenal

All eyes will be on Anfield when Liverpool and Arsenal face each other in the EFL Cup semis, first leg. The Reds defeated Shrewsbury 4-1 in the FA Cup despite the fact that Jurgen Klopp rested key players. All Salah, Mane, and Keita are on international duty, meaning that the opposition defenders should have Diogo Jota at bay. Roberto Firmino is pushing for a start, as well ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 January 2022 at 19:45

Tottenham

Tottenham

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

12 January 2022

19:45

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Chelsea

Chelsea

A spot in the EFL Cup final will be at stake when Tottenham and Chelsea face each other in a highly-expected London derby. Chelsea aim to defend their two-goal lead, and they are likely to adopt a defence-minded approach in the second leg. Both Ben Chilwell and Reece James are sidelined with injuries, while both Kante and Silva have been tested positive for coronavirus. Goal ... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 January 2022 at 19:45

Chelsea

Chelsea

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 January 2022

19:45

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Tottenham

Tottenham

There will be fireworks when Chelsea and Tottenham face each other in the EFL Cup semis on Wednesday evening. The Blues came from two goals behind to share the spoils with Liverpool at the weekend, with both Kovacic and Pulisic scoring beautiful goals. Romelu Lukaku should miss the EFL Cup clash due to coach’s decision, while Edouard Mendy is with Senegal for the Africa Cu ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 January 2022 at 19:45

Tottenham

Tottenham

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 December 2021

19:45

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West Ham

West Ham

A spot in the EFL Cup semi-finals will be at stake when Tottenham and West Ham United face each other in a highly-expected local derby. Spurs did well to hold Liverpool to a 2-2 draw at the weekend, meaning that they are high on spirits ahead of Wednesday’s clash. Harry Kane finally broke the deadlock, and we predict that he will prove a handful for the opposition back-lin ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 December 2021 at 19:45

Liverpool

Liverpool

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 December 2021

19:45

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Leicester

Leicester

All eyes will be on Anfield when Liverpool and Chelsea face each other in the EFL Cup derby. The Reds dropped two points in a 2-2 draw with Spurs at the weekend, and, no doubt, they are eager to return to winning ways. All Fabinho, Thiago, van Dijk, and Jones have been tested positive for coronavirus, while Phillips and Elliott continue to miss out with injuries. Portugal in ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 December 2021 at 19:45

Brentford

Brentford

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 December 2021

19:45

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Chelsea

Chelsea

There will be fireworks when Brentford and Chelsea face each other in the EFL Cup quarterfinal on Wednesday evening. The Bees were not in action at the weekend, meaning that tired legs should not prove to be a big problem for the home side. Key attacker Ivan Toney has overcome his injury, but all Ajer, Dasilva, Raya, and Jeanvier remain in the recovery room. The Blues, on th ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 December 2021 at 19:45

Arsenal

Arsenal

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

21 December 2021

19:45

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Sunderland

Sunderland

A place in the EFL Cup semis will be at stake when Arsenal and Sunderland face each other at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday evening. The Gunners have been in a fine form in the Premier League of late, with the team beating both West Ham United and Leeds United in style, and it is no wonder the bookies see them as favourites to win the EFL Cup clash.

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This match will be played on 21 December 2021 at 19:45

West Ham

West Ham

Prediction:
2-3

Match Time & Date:

27 October 2021

19:45

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Man City

Man City

West Ham United and Manchester City face each other in a highly-anticipated EFL Cup game. The Hammers did well to beat Spurs in the London derby on Sunday, but they will have a much bigger fish to fry in the EFL Cup last 16. Ukraine international Yarmolenko is widely expected to return to the starting XI, while Coufal will be assessed ahead of the kick-off. Michail Antonio, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 October 2021 at 19:45

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

27 October 2021

19:45

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Brentford

Brentford

All eyes will be on Bet365 Stadium when Stoke City and Brentford go head to head in the EFL Cup last 16 on Wednesday evening. The Potters suffered a dip in form in the Championship, with the team losing each of their last three league fixtures. Stoke City are low on confidence ahead of the visit of Brentford, which is probably the main reason why home win should not be consi ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 October 2021 at 19:45

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

27 October 2021

19:45

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Liverpool

Liverpool

Liverpool will be looking to build on a thrilling 5-0 win over Manchester United when they take on Preston in the EFL Cup last 16. The Reds have been scoring goals for fun in all competitions of late, with Golden Ball candidate Mohamed Salah being unstoppable. Keep in mind, though, that Mo Salah and other first-team regulars will be rested in the EFL Cup clash. All Minamino, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 October 2021 at 19:45

Leicester

Leicester

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

27 October 2021

19:45

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Brighton

Brighton

King Power Stadium will host the EFL Cup game between Leicester City and Brighton. The Foxes did well to beat Brentford on the road in their last league match, with the team climbing to 9th place in the standings. Summer signing Patson Daka has been scoring goals for fun of late, and he is widely expected to return to the starting XI, while Justin, Fofana, Ndidi, Albrighton, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 October 2021 at 19:45

Burnley

Burnley

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

27 October 2021

19:45

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Tottenham

Tottenham

Tottenham will look to make amends for a 1-0 loss to West Ham when they take on Burnley in the EFL Cup last 16 on Wednesday evening. Spurs have slim chances of winning the Premier League, and, no doubt, they will give 100% to go all the way in cup competitions. Harry Kane should keep his place up front, with Lo Celso and Bergwijn pushing for a start. Sessegnon and Doherty sh ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 October 2021 at 19:45

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

26 October 2021

19:45

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Sunderland

Sunderland

Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium will host Tuesday’s EFL game between Queens Park Rangers and Sunderland. QPR booked their place in the last 16 by beating Everton on penalties, and they are surely capable of matching the League One side at home ground. All Field, Owens, and Wallace are sidelined with injuries, while all Amos, Gray, and Willock are pushing for a start.

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This match will be played on 26 October 2021 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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