Liverpool Face Brighton Challenge in Carabao Cup Showdown

Liverpool’s Carabao Cup journey continues as they prepare to take on Brighton at the Amex Stadium, with hopes of securing a spot in the quarter-finals. New head coach Arne Slot has started strong in his first season, and maintaining Liverpool’s grip on this trophy would solidify his growing reputation among fans.

Carabao Cup Glory at Stake

Slot’s men have shown fire in this competition, most recently overwhelming West Ham 5-1 at Anfield. Their impressive form in cup ties highlights the team’s depth and determination to retain the Carabao Cup, won under Jurgen Klopp. Meanwhile, Brighton’s journey has seen them progress with victories over Crawley and Wolves, making this an intriguing clash on the south coast.

Match Details and Viewing Options

Brighton and Liverpool’s showdown is set for 7:30 pm GMT on Wednesday, October 20, 2024, at the Amex Stadium. Fans in the UK can catch the live action on Sky Sports+, with streaming available through the Sky Go app for subscribers.

Team News: Injuries and Returns

Liverpool’s squad is without several key players, including Federico Chiesa, Diogo Jota, Harvey Elliott, and Alisson Becker. However, there’s a chance for Conor Bradley to feature.

For Brighton, the absence of Lewis Dunk due to a recent injury will be a major setback, adding to the absences of Joao Pedro, Adam Webster, and James Milner. Jack Hinshelwood and Yankuba Minteh however, are in line for a return, which could offer some respite to their defence.

Prediction: Reds Poised for Victory

Brighton’s vulnerability at the back, particularly without Dunk, could prove costly against Liverpool’s relentless attack. Despite the likelihood of rotation, Liverpool’s depth should provide enough firepower to secure a victory. A 3-1 scoreline in favour of the Reds seems a fair prediction, given recent form and squad strength.