Luton Town take a trip to Coventry City on Tuesday in the first round of the EFL Cup, with both sides looking for their first win in this season's competition.
The Sky Blues were eliminated in the third round, while the Hatters were knocked out in the second round last season.
Following the start of the new campaign, the Hatters claimed their second win of the season following a 2-0 victory on the road against Peterborough United.
They move into fourth position on the EFL League One table. The Sky Blues, on the other hand, played a goalless draw in their opening game of the EFL Championship.
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Coventry vs Luton prediction: A low-scoring encounter
Key statistics
- Coventry and Luton have scored against each other in four of their last six meetings.
- In four of their last six games, both teams have scored 1.5 goals.
- Luton have won three of their last six meetings against Coventry.
Correct score prediction: Coventry 1-2 Luton
Matt Bloomfield’s side have started the season flying with four wins in their last five games. They have also started their League One campaign with back-to-back wins, while Frank Lampard’s side have struggled to hit the ground running in the Championship, with their opening game ending in a draw.
Luton have a slight advantage heading into this clash based on their recent form, despite being the underdog. A victory for them is a likely prediction, having secured three wins in their last six games against Coventry on the road.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Luton given underdog odds
- Home: 17/20 (1.85) – 54.05%
- Draw: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.32%
- Away: 23/10 (3.30) – 30.30%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Coventry City have been given 1.85 odds and a 54.05% chance of winning, while Luton Town are valued at 3.30 odds and a 30.30% chance of winning.
The bookmakers have strongly favoured Frank Lampard’s men to win in this clash. However, Bloomfield’s men could spring a surprise based on their blistering form.
Head-to-head: Luton edge encounter
The Hatters hold an edge over Lampard’s team in their head-to-head record, having secured three wins compared to Coventry's single victory in their last six encounters at the Coventry Building Society Arena.
The high number of draws in these matches, along with the very close scorelines, further highlights that their rivalry is a fiercely competitive one. Although the Sky Blues cannot be underestimated in this encounter and will put up a fight despite their poor run of form.
England Championship 26/04/25
Luton
Coventry
England Championship 26/10/24
Coventry
Luton
England Championship 27/05/23
Coventry
Luton
England Championship 11/02/23
Coventry
Luton
England Championship 14/09/22
Luton
Coventry
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Coventry preview: Injury concern for Lampard
Coventry City are dealing with a significant long-term injury to their goalkeeper, Oliver Nnonyelu Dovin, who is expected to be out until early December 2025 with a cruciate ligament injury.
Predicted lineup: Rushworth (GK), Van Ewijk, Thomas, Binks, Brau, Sheaf, Eccles, Sakamoto, Rudoni, Mason-Clark, and Wright
England Championship 13/05/25
W
Sunderland
0
Coventry
1
England Championship 09/05/25
L
Sunderland
2
Coventry
1
England Championship 03/05/25
W
Middlesbrough
0
Coventry
2
England Championship 26/04/25
L
Luton
1
Coventry
0
England Championship 21/04/25
L
Plymouth
3
Coventry
1
Luton preview: Thomas doubtful for clash
Luton defender Thomas Holmes is currently a doubt for the upcoming match due to a knock. This is a short-term issue, and his availability will likely be determined closer to game day.
Predicted lineup: Keeley (GK), Makosso, Andersen, Naismith, Walters, Baptiste, Saville, Lonwijk, Clark, Alli, Wells
England Championship 03/05/25
L
West Brom
5
Luton
3
England Championship 26/04/25
W
Coventry
0
Luton
1
England Championship 21/04/25
W
Bristol City
1
Luton
3
England Championship 18/04/25
W
Derby
0
Luton
1
England Championship 12/04/25
L
Blackburn
1
Luton
0
Player to watch: Jordan Clark
Jordan Clark played an important role in Luton’s victory over Peterborough on Saturday. The forward scored the second goal of the game for his team to seal the win. Clark’s attacking threat will play a big role when Bloomfield’s team face Lampard’s side on Tuesday. The attacker will be the player to look out for in the clash.
