Fulham vs Liverpool Prediction & Betting Tips (24 January)

During the semi-final first leg played in Liverpool's lair, Fulham managed to open the score but then suffered the law of the Reds who won a deserved 2-1 victory. In order to reach the last four of this League Cup, the London team took turns over Tottenham 1-1, qualification following penalties, Norwich 2-1, Ipswich 1-3 and Everton 1-1, qualification following penalties. Well wedged in the soft underbelly of the Premier League, Fulham today occupies 13th place in the standings with 8 points ahead of the red zone. Be wary all the same because the Cottagers have lost 4 times in the last 5 days, for 1 victory. After creating a surprise against Arsenal 2-1, they lost at Chelsea 1-0. Note that Fulham is qualified for the round of 16 of the FA Cup. Considered the big favorite for this League Cup, Liverpool therefore took a small option in the final by beating Fulham at home in the first leg 2-1.

In the previous rounds, the Mersey club dismissed Leicester 3-1, Bournemouth 1-2 and West Ham 5-1. Disappointing in the previous year, the Reds are once again playing the leading roles this season. Indeed, they are now at the top of the Premier League with 1 game more and 5 points ahead of their closest pursuer. Full of confidence, Jürgen Klopp's men have not lost any of their last 14 league games, 9 wins and 5 draws. They also remain on 3 victories acquired against Burnley 0-2, Newcastle 4-2 and Bournemouth last weekend 0-4. Still present in the FA Cup, Liverpool is also qualified for the round of 16 of the Europa League.

For this meeting, Fulham must still do without injured replacement winger Adama Traoré. In addition, internationals Bassey, Iwobi (starters) and Ballo-Touré (substitute) are currently playing in the African Cup of Nations. On the other hand, the last championship match allowed captain Ream to return to the group, without coming into play. After a sluggish start, Mexican international Raul Jimenez (5 goals in PL) gradually found his feet with the Cottagers . He should start again this Wednesday with, in support, the creatives Willian and Andreas Pereira. Portuguese international Joao Palhinha plays a major role in midfield. Liverpool's squad is further weakened this week.

Indeed, the important full-back Alexander-Arnold, the midfielder Szoboszlai, the replacement Tsimikas and the long-term absentees Matip, Thiago Alcantara and Bajcetic are still unavailable, injured. In addition, the essential Salah is playing in the CAN with Egypt and was injured there. Also note that the interesting Japanese midfielder Endo is currently involved in the Asian Cup. Return, however, planned for the captain of Scotland, the full-back Robertson, who The absence of Salah (14 goals and 8 assists in PL) is obviously very detrimental for the Reds. Last weekend, attackers Diogo Jota (7 goals and 2 assists in PL) and Darwin Nunez (7 goals and 6 assists in PL) took over with a double each. The other offensive weapons Luis Diaz (3 goals in PL) and Cody Gakpo (3 goals in PL) are available.