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Liverpool are ready to back in action following a goalless draw against Manchester United. They will host West Ham United tonight in the quarter-final of the Carabao Cup at Anfield.
Liverpool have been brilliant this season both in the Premier League and in the UEFA Champions League. They could have been at the top of the Premier League, but a draw against Manchester United in their last encounter left them in the 2nd position with only one point behind the table topper, Arsenal.
The Klopp boys have defeated Leicester City, who was relegated from the Premier League last season, in the third round of the Carabao Cup. Following that, the All Reds faced off against AFC Bournemouth in the Round of 16, where they secured a victory by a 2-1 margin to qualify for the quarter-finals.
On the other hand, West Ham United have been going through many ups and downs in the EPL. With 27 points from the first 17 league games, they stand in 8th in the table. However, West Ham United did a fantastic job in the Round of 16 in this competition. They faced off against Arsenal, the table topper of the EPL, and humiliated the Gunners with three goals at London Stadium.
Now, the Hammers are ready to challenge Liverpool tonight away from home. Can they do the same thing as they did against Arsenal? Let’s give you some stats and facts between the two sides.
Liverpool VS West Ham – Stats & Facts
- Liverpool have lost only one of their last 15 games against West Ham United in all competitions. The All-Reds have secured 12 wins and tied the remaining two during this period.
- Anfield has been a fortress for Liverpool. They have won seven consecutive home games against West Ham United across all competitions.
- West Ham United have lost all their last three quarter-finals in the Carabao Cup. Their last semifinal appearance was in 2013-2014.
- Besides, Liverpool have failed to win just one of their last six quarter-finals.
Team News
Thiago Alcantara, Stefan Bajcetic, Ryan Gravenberch, Andrew Robertson, Joel Matip, Diogo Jota, and Alexis Mac Allister still remain injured for Liverpool.
As for West Ham United, goalkeeper Alphonse Areola missed West Ham’s couple of games due to a wrist injury. However, he has recovered from the injury, but David Moyes is likely to continue with Fabianski in goal.
Possible Lineup for Liverpool:
Kelleher; Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Quansah, Tsimikas; Elliott, Endo, Jones; Salah, Gakpo, Diaz
Possible Lineup for West Ham:
Fabianski; Kehrer, Mavropanos, Aguerd, Cresswell; Soucek, Ward-Prowse; Kudus, Fornals, Benrahma; Ings
Prediction: Liverpool 2-1 West Ham
Following the goalless draw against Manchester United at Anfield, this game against West Ham United is a great chance for Liverpool to bounce back. Home records are also in their favor, but West Ham United already showed how strong they are. They smashed EPL’s league leader in the Round of 16. Therefore, Liverpool have to be very careful to seal a win against the Hammers.
Betfair Odds
Liverpool: 1.48
Draw: 5.00
West Ham: 6.32
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