Fulham will take on Liverpool in the Round of 32 of EFL Cup. Date: 24/01/2024 Time: 21:00 Venue: Craven Cottage.
We predict the game between Fulham and Liverpool to end in a 3-1 victory for Liverpool and Total Goals Over 2.5. Liverpool possesses the capability to generate numerous goal-scoring opportunities and execute successful shots on target. On the flip side, Fulham may encounter challenges in finding the back of the net, but there is a reasonable expectation that they will mount a response at some point in the game.
Reviewing their recent head-to-head encounters since December 13, 2020, reveals that Fulham secured one victory, while Liverpool emerged victorious in three matches. Additionally, there were two drawn results.
Fulham aims to bounce back to victory in this upcoming match, seeking redemption after a 1-0 Premier League defeat against Chelsea in their last game.
Fulham has struggled to display defensive resilience in recent outings, conceding goals in 5 out of their last 6 matches, resulting in a total of 9 goals against them. While this trend raises concerns, it’s uncertain whether it will persist in the upcoming game.
Despite defensive challenges, Fulham boasts a low absenteeism rate, with only one fitness concern for manager Marco Silva to address. The majority of the squad remains robust and ready for the upcoming fixture.
Last 5 Games: Won: 2, Draw: 0, Lost: 3, Scored: 4, Conceded: 7, Clean Sheets: 1.
Demonstrating a preference for high-scoring matches, Liverpool has witnessed a total of 21 goals in their last 6 games, averaging 3.5 goals per fixture. Notably, their opponents have contributed 5 goals to this tally.
Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp faces selection challenges as several key players will be unavailable. The absentees from the team sheet include Alexander-Arnold, Bajcetic, Tsimikas, Robertson, Salah, and Matip.
Last 5 Games: Won: 4, Draw: 1, Lost: 0, Scored: 11, Conceded: 4, Clean Sheets: 2.
The match will be played at the Craven Cottage.
January 24, 2024, 21:00 UK time.