LiontipsNewport vs Southampton. Prediction and Betting Tips for EFL Cup (August 25, 2021).
Command Analysis
Newport County currently play in Football League 2. They had a chance of promotion last season but failed to make it through the playoffs. The County had a great start in the League Cup, beating Ipswich Town away with a score of 1:0 in the Round of 64. Michael Flynn's men opened the scoring in the 4th minute. After that, Newport chose a safe defensive strategy, not allowing the opponent to level the score. The County also played well in the last league fixture, defeating Tranmere Rovers away (1:0).
Southampton have made two League Cup finals in their history. In the previous draw of the tournament, the Saints lost in the second round at home to Brentford (0:2). The club had an overall poor season. Ralf Hasenhüttl's charges finished only 15th in the Premier League.
The Saints got off to a bad start in this season, too. They lost to Everton in the first round (1:3). However, on the weekend, Soton surprised everyone by taking points from Manchester United at home (1:1).
William Smallbone and Alfie Jones are injured and won't be able to take part in this fixture.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 1:3
In the last six games of Southampton, this score was recorded twice.
СтавкаNewport to score
The hosts have scored in all four games this season.
СтавкаTotal over 2.5 goals
More than two goals were scored in six of Southampton's last eight away games.
Tip and bets
Newport are a solid team by the League 2 standards, but they don't stand a chance against a team from the Premier League. Southampton will look to break their unsuccessful streak in the League Cup, which will be good for the morale. The guests have an advantage in class and performance skills and should progress to the next round of the League Cup.
Our prediction - Southampton to win.
Newport score in every game this season, while the Saints concede in every match. We believe that the hosts will use their chances, and Southampton will definitely not leave Wales without scoring.
Second bet - both to score.
