Liverpool vs Tottenham Prediction (EFL Cup) Odds and Bets 15.09.2026
Liverpool and Tottenham meet at Anfield in one of the standout ties of the EFL Cup third round. Liverpool remain unbeaten under Andoni Iraola, but three of their opening four league matches have ended level and this will be their third fixture in seven days. Spurs have enjoyed a lighter schedule but are yet to score in the Premier League. That contrast makes the goals markets more appealing than Liverpool’s short match-winner price.
Liverpool vs Tottenham match details and team news
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Competition | EFL Cup third round |
| Date | Tuesday 15 September 2026 |
| Kick-off | 8:00pm BST |
| Venue | Anfield |
| Format | Knockout tie |
| UK TV | ITV and Sky Sports |
Liverpool drew 2-2 with Newcastle and Nottingham Forest before beating Ipswich 2-0. They then defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the Champions League and drew 0-0 with Fulham on Saturday.
The quick turnaround could encourage Iraola to rotate. Cody Gakpo returned from an adductor injury against Fulham, while Conor Bradley, Federico Chiesa, Hugo Ekitike and Giovanni Leoni remained unavailable in the latest official update.
Tottenham have taken two points from four league games without scoring. They lost 3-0 to Brentford and 2-0 to Newcastle before consecutive goalless draws against Nottingham Forest and Everton. Their one attacking breakthrough came in this competition, with a 5-1 victory over Charlton.
Spurs managed only two shots on target against Everton. Mykhailo Mudryk, Dejan Kulusevski, Wilson Odobert and Xavi Simons were unavailable for that match.
Liverpool vs Tottenham prediction and statistics
Tottenham’s attack remains the biggest concern. Four league matches without a goal makes it difficult to back them at Anfield, but Liverpool’s workload and three draws from four Premier League games also make their short price unappealing.
| Statistic | Liverpool | Tottenham |
|---|---|---|
| Last five, all competitions | 2W, 3D, 0L | 1W, 2D, 2L |
| Goals scored | 8 | 5 |
| Goals conceded | 5 | 6 |
| Clean sheets | 2 | 3 |
| BTTS | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Premier League record | 1W, 3D, 0L | 0W, 2D, 2L |
| Premier League goals | 6 scored, 4 conceded | 0 scored, 5 conceded |
| EFL Cup | Enter at round three | Beat Charlton 5-1 |
Seven of the teams’ last 10 matches combined have produced fewer than four goals, while Tottenham have kept three clean sheets in their last five games. Liverpool are the stronger side, but they have not been blowing opponents away and may rotate after a demanding week.
Liverpool vs Tottenham odds
These indicative prices apply to the 90-minute result and may move before kick-off.
Liverpool vs Tottenham predictions
Under 3.5 goals
This is the line I like most. Spurs have not scored in four league matches and Liverpool have a heavy run in their legs. I can live with 1-0, 2-0, 2-1 or even another tight draw. An early goal is the obvious danger, but I don't see a shootout as the likeliest script.
Both teams to score: No
I'll push the same angle a little harder. Spurs keep giving us reasons to question where their next league-level goal is coming from. Liverpool rotation is the worry, but if the Reds control territory at Anfield, one side blanking looks a lively price.
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