Liverpool FC are inching loser for a title defense in the EFL Cup, as they meet with Brighton & Hove Albion, for the fourth-round meeting. These two teams already played 40 meetings across all contests, Liverpool won 21, and Brighton only have seven wins. Liverpool are the defending champions of the EFL Cup, making them eager to win here. Before this match, Liverpool are from a 5-1 victory in the third round, which gives them the confidence. On the other hand, Brighton were left disappointed over the weekend, as they were held in a 2-2 draw. Additionally, Brighton are now focused on the EFL Cup, as they are not doing well in the Premier League. The meeting between these two teams is on October 31, 2024, at 3:30 AM (GMT+8).
Liverpool FC
Liverpool, the reigning champions, have not lost a single EFL Cup fixture since December 2022, a record that has been broken by Arne Slot’s team. The team’s 100% away record under Slot ended on Sunday, with a 2-2 Premier League draw with Arsenal. The Reds have lost their first place in the top-flight standings to Manchester City. However, there is only a one-point gap between them and the Citizens. Liverpool aims to snap a peculiar sequence, having followed a pattern of a fourth-round exit before winning the EFL Cup in each of the last four seasons. Brighton played out a less desirable four-goal draw at the weekend, highlighting the importance of overcoming past mistakes and achieving success.
Liverpool’s injury situation remains unchanged, with Elliott, Becker, Jota, Chiesa, and Bradley all doubtful. Joe Gomez could start as right-back if needed. Endo and Quansah should have rare starts, while Szoboszlai and Gakpo’s fresh legs could be useful in the visitors’ XI.
Brighton & Hove Albion
Brighton suffered an injury-time goal in Premier League gameweek nine. The Seagulls managed to win the game with Rayan Ait-Nouri’s goal and Matheus Cunha’s last-gasp strike. Wolves avenged their defeat to Brighton in the third round of the EFL Cup, with Hurzeler’s 3-2 victory on September 18 securing their spot in the last 16 for the fourth time in five seasons. Brighton, however, have an EFL Cup challenge this week, having been beaten in each of their last five fourth-round games. Despite this, the hosts’ impressive Amex record against Liverpool may help them in the upcoming match.
Brighton fans are relieved when Welbeck returns to play against Wolves, a week after being stretchered off with a back injury. Welbeck’s availability could be crucial for Wednesday’s game, as loanee Georginio Rutter is cup-tied and Joao Pedro is out with an ankle.
Prediction:
Liverpool FC
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