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

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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
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
ArsenalArsenalChelseaChelsea03/02/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Man CityMan CityNewcastleNewcastle04/02/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • 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 (2025/2026)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.35
Away Teams 1.46
Total (Combined) 2.8
32.1 min/Goal (258 Goals in 92 matches)
48% Clean Sheets (44 times out of 92 matches)
54% Both Teams Scored (50 times out of 92 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 40%
Draw 22%
Away Win 38%
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 25.16
Shots / Match (Home) 12.88
Shots / Match (Away) 12.28
Fouls Per Match 21.67
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.37
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.3
Offsides Per Match 3.57
Players Participated 2058

EFL Cup Results

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 1 - 0 Chelsea
04/02/2026, 20:00 Manchester City 3 - 1 Newcastle United

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