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A “big six” clash in the Carabao Cup fourth-round sees Liverpool host Chelsea at Anfield on Wednesday night.
The Reds have picked up form, with their latest win coming against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League.
Meanwhile, Chelsea were embarrassed 2-0 by rivals Tottenham at Stamford Bridge, with Cole Palmer getting sent off.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Liverpool vs. Chelsea key stats
- Liverpool have won four in a row in all competitions.
- Chelsea have lost twice in three away games (W1).
- Liverpool are unbeaten in five home head-to-heads (W2, D3).
Liverpool vs. Chelsea preview: Reds to progress to next round?
Liverpool vs Chelsea — Tale of the Tape
| Liverpool | vs | Chelsea |
|---|---|---|
| 4th | Position | 5th |
| 15 | Points | 13 |
| 11 | Goals For | 17 |
| 8 | Goals Against | 15 |
| 4 | Clean Sheets | 1 |
| 12th (H) | Home / Away Rank | 6th (A) |
Liverpool have had a steady start to life under Andoni Iraola this season.
The former Bournemouth manager has recently turned draws into wins, and his team have now won their last four matches across all competitions.
Big-money signings Alexander Isak, Bradley Barcola and Florian Wirtz are finally starting to deliver, although they could all be given a rest against Chelsea.
Victor Munoz is also an injury doubt, and could join a plethora of Reds players on the sidelines.
As for the Blues, Palmer is suspended following his red card, while the likes of Joao Pedro need to be assessed.
Xabi Alonso would have been frustrated by Saturday's defeat at home to Tottenham, and it does not get any easier for his team heading to Anfield.
Chelsea have failed to win on their previous five visits in all competitions, and on current form, are underdogs once again.
Liverpool vs. Chelsea form guide & betting tips
| Liverpool | vs | Chelsea |
|---|---|---|
LWWWW |
Form | DLWWL |
| 14 | Goals For | 9 |
| 10 | Goals Against | 8 |
W |
Carabao Cup | WW |
Whispers predicts: Liverpool 3-1 Chelsea
Liverpool are favourites to win in normal time, and we are backing Liverpool to win at 11/8 (2.38), and you can place your own bets using the Best UK football betting sites.
BTTS – Yes at 4/9 (1.44) has come through in the last four head-to-heads, while Over 3.5 goals at 6/5 (2.20) reflects the quality both sides have in attack.
Overall, we are predicting a 3-1 Liverpool victory after 90 minutes, which is available at 16/1 (17.00).
> BTTS – Yes at 1.44 | Likelihood: High
> Over 3.5 goals at 2.20 | Likelihood: Medium
> Liverpool to win at 2.38 | Likelihood: Medium