LiontipsLiverpool vs Derby County. Prediction and Betting Tips for 2022-23 EFL Cup (November 9, 2022).
Command Analysis
After an unexpected defeat to Leeds United, Liverpool celebrated success over Napoli (2:0) in their last Champions League group game. The Reds qualified for the playoffs from 2nd place in their group and will face Real Madrid in the round of 16 in February.
In the Premier League, Liverpool are only 8th on the log, with 19 points and 25 goals scored in 13 games. After two consecutive defeats, Klopp's side triumphed over Tottenham (2:1) last weekend. Salah delivered the goals.
The home team will be without Milner, Matip, Digo Jota, Diaz, and Arthur.
Derby County had a shocking season in the Championship last year. They finished in 23rd place and got relegated to Football League One, where after 16 rounds, DCFC are in 7th place in the standings with 25 points from seven wins and four draws.
In the last three matches, the Rams drew against Exeter City (0:0), celebrated success over Bristol Rovers (4:2), and were held to a stalemate by Morecambe (1:1). The team has scored 20 goals since the start of the season.
Joseph Anang is out injured.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 2 of the last 4 home games, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаCorrect score 5:2
Neither team has tied in the last 5 games.
СтавкаYellow cards: total over 4
This bet won in 3 of the last 5 games of the hosts.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
This bet won in 2 of the last 4 games of the visitors.
Tip and bets
Liverpool rarely lose at home even to Premier Leeague teams. Defeating the representatives of League One should be easy enough. Derby County don't stand a chance.
Our prediction — Asian handicap (-2) to Liverpool
We wouldn't be surprised if the Rams scored from a free kick or caught the hosts on a counterattack. But the Reds have superior quality and should be able to secure a wide-margin victory.
Second prediction — Liverpool to win by 3 goals
