Brighton vs. Liverpool: Brighton & Hove Albion meets in the fourth round of the EFL Cup to American Express Stadium. However, the match between these two well-matched sides on October 30, 2024, is much awaited since both teams are really good at playing recently in their respective league matches. The tone for the two sides’ upcoming Premier League meeting will also be established by this duel. Liverpool’s impressive season start and Brighton’s competitive resilience make this a thrilling game for fans and bettors alike.

Current Form and Recent Matches

Brighton & Hove Albion’s Form

Brighton has shown a combination of resilience and creativity in the recent league matches. The Seagulls started well by taking an early lead through Danny Welbeck and Evan Ferguson in the recent 2-2 draw against Wolverhampton.

However, Wolves did manage to equalize which showed Brighton’s weakness in defense. This match exposed the team’s inconsistent defensive traits.

Brighton’s scoring in all of the last six matches demonstrates excellent attacking form. On the other hand, failure to maintain a clean sheet would pose a serious problem when confronting the powerful Liverpool attack.

Liverpool’s Unstoppable Streak

Liverpool comes into the EFL Cup on a high note of winning streaks. The previous encounter with Arsenal ended in a 2-2 stalemate, showcasing the attacking prowess and defensive resilience of Liverpool through goals from Virgile van Dijk and Mohamed Salah.

While they lost their place at the top of the league, Liverpool’s defense has been remarkable, letting in only three goals across their last six matches. It is this impressive defensive record, combined with the fact that they rarely fail to perform well on their away matches, that makes for an exciting and competitive cup encounter.

Predicted Lineups

Brighton’s Expected XI: Steele; Lamptey, Van Hecke, Igor, Estupinan; Adingra, Baleba, Wieffer, Mitoma; Enciso, Ferguson

Liverpool’s Expected XI: Kelleher; Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Quansah, Tsimikas; Endo, Gravenberch; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Nunez

Key Points to Consider

• High-Scoring Matches: Recent matchups between Brighton and Liverpool tend to feature many goals, with five out of their last encounters going over 2.5 goals.
• Brighton’s Home Advantage: The Seagulls have consistently scored at least two goals in their previous three home games against Liverpool, signaling confidence on home soil.
• Liverpool’s Scoring Streak: With goals in their last nine official games, Liverpool’s forwards will likely challenge Brighton’s defenses heavily.

Brighton vs Liverpool: Betting Opportunities and Odds

StarBet brings you the latest odds and insights for the Brighton vs Liverpool EFL Cup clash! With Liverpool favored at 2.05 odds and Brighton at 3.40, the betting market reflects Liverpool’s upper hand. However, Brighton’s home strength makes them a valuable underdog pick. Those interested in alternative betting lines may find value in a bet for “over 2.5 goals,” given both teams’ attacking tendencies and recent high-scoring results.

Prediction: Liverpool’s Edge in a High-Scoring Game

Liverpool may come out on top given their current form and defensive discipline, but Brighton’s knack for scoring at home should keep the game competitive. Expect both teams to score, with a possible outcome favoring Liverpool narrowly, and a total over 2.5 goals is likely.

“For fans seeking a memorable match, expect an intense competition filled with thrilling moments and goal-scoring chances.”