26/1 EFL Cup bet builder tip for Liverpool vs Chelsea
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With no Champions League action this week, the EFL Cup takes centre stage and the standout clash comes on Wednesday as Liverpool entertain Chelsea.
Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso is aiming for his first win over his former club as a manager after previous defeats with Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid, while Liverpool have picked up under Andoni Iraola in recent weeks and they are on a four-game winning streak.
We’ve got the game covered in our dedicated Match Predictions section and now I’ve delved into the player markets to out together this bet builder, which can be backed with Paddy Power using the buttons below.
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Cody Gakpo 2+ shots on target
Cody Gakpo averages 2.7 shots per game in the Premier League but accuracy has been an issue, with around 20% of his attempts recorded as on target. However, he had two shots on target against Brighton at the weekend and will have a bit more responsibility in attack as Alexander Isak is expected to be rested so two or more shots on goal looks a realistic target for the Dutchman.
Danny Welbeck 2+ shots on target
Chelsea veteran Danny Welbeck has been used sparingly in the league but should come into the starting side for this cup game. Welbeck has scored three goals across two appearances in this competition and has taken seven shots in total, he should be able to record at least two on target.
Rio Ngumoha to create 2+ shots
Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha has created four shots across his last two Champions League appearances. He also created one shot in the win over Spurs in the previous round of this competition and can go at least one better when Chelsea visit Anfield.
Estevao to commit 2+ fouls
Estevao has struggled for game time in the league but should come into the Chelsea starting side for this cup game. Estevao had three fouls in Chelsea’s win over Luton earlier in this competition and two or more seems realistic for the young Brazilian at Liverpool.
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