
Southampton, now managerless, is preparing to welcome Premier League front-runners Liverpool at St Mary’s for the Carabao Cup quarter-finals this Wednesday.
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Match Preview: Southampton vs Liverpool
It will take an extraordinary effort for Southampton to keep Liverpool from progressing to the Carabao Cup semi-finals.
Currently sitting at the bottom of the Premier League with only five points, the Saints have secured just one win in their last 16 matches and have the league’s lowest goals tally at 11.
With the recent departure of Russell Martin, Under-21 manager Simon Rusk is now at the helm as Southampton prepares for the challenge against Liverpool.
The teams faced off just 24 days ago, with Liverpool narrowly winning 3-2, but a repeat of such a close encounter seems improbable considering Arne Slot’s struggling side.
Though Liverpool dropped points in their last outing against Fulham, the 2-2 draw showcased one of their best performances of the season.
Returning with a full squad and determined to cement their status as the most successful club in League Cup history (holding 10 titles), the reigning Carabao Cup champions are anticipated to cruise to victory against their rivals.
Betting Odds for Southampton vs Liverpool
Odds are accurate at the time of publishing but are subject to change.
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Betting Insights and Predictions for Southampton vs Liverpool
Goals on the Move
Even though Arne Slot will miss the match due to suspension from three yellow cards this season, it shouldn’t impede Liverpool’s chances of scoring multiple goals.
Southampton has surrendered FIVE goals in their last two home games against Chelsea and Tottenham, with EIGHT of those goals coming in the first half alone. Meanwhile, Liverpool netted 3 or more goals in three of their past four away matches.
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Predictions for First Goalscorer and Final Score
Match: Southampton vs Liverpool
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His prowess in cup competitions is undeniable.
Liverpool’s winger Cody Gakpo has scored nine goals in 23 outings this season, with SIX in the Champions League and Carabao Cup. Last season, he contributed four goals across six Carabao Cup appearances as Liverpool progressed far into the tournament.
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