Liverpool vs. Brighton & Hove Albion: Prediction, head-to-head, team news, possible line ups and betting tips

Liverpool remain on course to retain the EFL Cup after winning it for a record 11th time last season with a 3-2 win against Brighton at the Amex Stadium on Wednesday night.

Arne Slot’s men lost the top spot in the Premier League table after last weekend's 2-2 draw with Arsenal, where they came from behind twice, leaving them in second place and one point behind table-topping Manchester City.

Meanwhile, Brighton will hope to avenge Wednesday’s defeat, especially after failing to hold on for the win in a dramatic 2-2 draw with Wolves in their last Premier League game. 

Liverpool have won only two of the last eight PL meetings between both sides, after winning each of the first six.

Liverpool will remain without Harvey Elliott (foot), Alisson Becker (hamstring), and Diogo Jota (abdominal), while Federico Chiesa (fitness) and Conor Bradley (unspecified) are both doubtful.

Brighton will also be without Joao Pedro (ankle), Solly March (knee), Yankuba Minteh (muscle), Matt O'Riley (ankle), Adam Webster (thigh), and James Milner (thigh), all out due to injuries.

The Seagulls are also sweating over the availability of captain Lewis Dunk, who suffered a calf injury during the warm-up on Saturday. 

Liverpool Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Kelleher (GK);  Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Nunez

Brighton Predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Verbruggen (GK); Veltman, Van Hecke, Igor, Estupinan; Adingra, Hinshelwood, Baleba, Mitoma; Rutter, Welbeck

It is always tricky to play the same opponents in consecutive matches, which makes this tie a tricky one for the hosts.

However, we believe that the Reds have to edge the game, fuelled by their home support.

Over 2.5

Both teams to score

Second half Over 1.5