EFL Cup Predictions

Exeter

Exeter

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2023

19:45

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MIddlesbrough

MIddlesbrough

A spot in the EFL Cup quarter-finals will be at stake when Exeter City and Middlesbrough go head to head at St James Park on Tuesday evening. The Grecians do not seem to be at their sharpest, with the team collecting only one point in total from the last seven League One fixtures and, as a result, the bookies see them as underdogs in the EFL Cup clash. There are no fresh inj... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2023 at 19:45

Newcastle

Newcastle

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2023

20:00

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Man City

Man City

St. James’ Park will be the center of attention when Newcastle United and Manchester City go head to head in a highly-anticipated EFL Cup game. The Magpies rolled over Sheffield United 8-0 in their last league match, which is surely giving fans a reason for optimism ahead of the visit of Man City. Harvey Barnes should recover in time to face the Citizens, while all Joelint... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2023 at 20:00

Liverpool

Liverpool

Prediction:
3-2

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2023

19:45

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Leicester

Leicester

Liverpool and Leicester City, the two old rivals, face each other at Anfield in the EFL Cup last 32. The Reds look unstoppable at the moment, with the team eyeing their seventh consecutive win in all competitions and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play. All Diogo Jota, Cody Gakpo, and Ryan Gravenberch should be recalled to the starting XI, while both Tr... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2023 at 19:45

Lincoln

Lincoln

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2023

19:45

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West Ham

West Ham

West Ham will be aiming to book their place in the EFL Cup last 16 when they take on League One side Lincoln at LNER stadium on Wednesday evening. The Hammers aim to recover from a 3-1 loss to Liverpool and they will not have a better chance than this to get back on course. Even though David Moyes is likely to mix the squad, away win should be considered. All Mohammed Kudus,... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2023 at 19:45

Fulham

Fulham

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2023

19:45

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Norwich

Norwich

A spot in the EFL Cup last 16 will be at stake when Fulham and Norwich City go head to head at Craven Cottage on Wednesday evening. The Cottagers have been showing signs of improvement of late, with the team beating Luton, while holding Crystal Palace to a goalless draw in the Premier League and it is no wonder the odds for home win have been dropping. Both Adama Traore and ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2023 at 19:45

Chelsea

Chelsea

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2023

19:45

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Brighton

Brighton

Struggling Chelsea will look to give fans something to cheer about when they take on Brighton in the EFL Cup last 32. The Blues aim to put an end to their three-game winless run in all competitions and they are likely to leave their hearts on the field. Defender Malo Gusto is banned for the match following his sending-off in a 1-0 loss to Aston Villa, while all Reece James, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2023 at 19:45

Brentford

Brentford

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2023

19:45

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Arsenal

Arsenal

Sparkles will be flying when Brentford and Arsenal take on each other in the EFL Cup London derby on Wednesday. The Bees have been struggling in the new Premier League campaign, with Ivan Toney being sorely missed and it is no wonder the bookies see them as underdogs in this local derby. All Rico Henry, Joshua Da Silva, and Shandon Baptiste are sidelined with injuries, while... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2023 at 19:45

Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2023

19:45

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Blackburn Rovers will be aiming to recover from a 4-3 loss to Ipswich Town when they face Cardiff City in the EFL Cup last 32. The Riversiders have been struggling at the back of late and it has to be noted that over 2.5 goals have been netted in each of their last four games in all competitions. Both Sam Gallagher and Niall Ennis should miss out with injuries, while No. 10 ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2023 at 19:45

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2023

19:45

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Blackburn Rovers will be aiming to recover from a 4-3 loss to Ipswich Town when they face Cardiff City in the EFL Cup last 32. The Riversiders have been struggling at the back of late and it has to be noted that over 2.5 goals have been netted in each of their last four games in all competitions. Both Sam Gallagher and Niall Ennis should miss out with injuries, while No. 10 ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2023 at 19:45

Aston Villa

Aston Villa

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

27 September 2023

19:45

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Everton

Everton

Aston Villa and Everton take on each other at Villa Park in what is expected to be one of the most interesting games of Wednesday’s program in the EFL Cup. The Villans did well to beat Chelsea at Stamford Bridge at the weekend, with Ollie Watkins scoring the only goal of the match and, no doubt, they are brimming with confidence ahead of the EFL Cup clash. Both Leon Bailey... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 September 2023 at 19:45

Manchester United

Manchester United

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

26 September 2023

20:00

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Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace

After surviving Burnley in the Premier League round 6, Manchester United will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they face Crystal Palace in the EFL Cup last 32. The Red Devils need this win to regain a much-needed confidence, but keep in mind that Erik ten Hag is going to mix the squad against the Eagles. All Garnacho, Amrabat, Eriksen, and Martial are p... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 September 2023 at 20:00

Salford

Salford

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

26 September 2023

19:45

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Burnley

Burnley

A spot in the EFL Cup last 16 will be at stake when Salford City and Burnley lock horns at Peninsula Stadium on Tuesday evening. The Lions aim to put an end to their five-game losing run and they are likely to leave their hearts on the field. Both Pedro and Kelly N’Mai are pushing for a start, while there are no fresh injury concerns in the home team.

The Clarets, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 September 2023 at 19:45

Port Vale

Port Vale

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

26 September 2023

19:45

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Sutton

Sutton

Following a 1-1 draw with Cambridge United, Port Vale will be aiming to return to winning ways when they take on Sutton in the EFL Cup last 32. The Valiants eliminated Crewe in the previous round and they are seen as favourites to beat the League Two side as well. Both Lewis Cass and Thomas Sang are pushing for a start as Andrew Crosby should opt to make changes to the team ... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 September 2023 at 19:45

Mansfield

Mansfield

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

26 September 2023

19:45

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Peterborough

Peterborough

Buoyed by a hard-fought 1-0 win over Barrow, Mansfield Town will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Peterborough on Tuesday evening. The Yellows are undefeated in the 2023/2024 League Two campaign, which is surely fuelling fans with optimism ahead of the EFL Cup clash. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team.

The Posh, on t... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 September 2023 at 19:45

Ipswich

Ipswich

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

26 September 2023

19:45

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Wolves

Wolves

All eyes will be on Portman Road when Ipswich Town and Wolverhampton go head to head in the EFL Cup last 32. The Tractor Boys are on a quest to return to the Premier League, meaning that head coach Kieran McKenna should use Tuesday’s clash to rest several first-regulars for the upcoming Championship challenges. All Williams, Hutchinson, and Harness are pushing for a start,... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 September 2023 at 19:45

Exeter

Exeter

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

26 September 2023

19:45

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Luton

Luton

A place in the EFL Cup last 16 will be at stake when Exeter City and Luton Town take on each other at St James Park on Tuesday evening. The Grecians aim to recover from a heavy 3-0 loss to Oxford United, while the Hatters are desperate to make amends for their slow start to the season. Both Caleb Watts and Kyle Taylor are sidelined with injuries, but there are no suspended p... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 September 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
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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