Liverpool’s form this season has been nothing short of exceptional, losing just once across all competitions. Their away performances have been even more impressive, going unbeaten in 14 matches, winning 12 of them. The Reds’ attacking output on the road is formidable, averaging 2.64 goals per game, while their defence remains solid with just 1.07 goals conceded per match. Their previous visit to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium showcased the stark gulf in quality between the two sides, with Liverpool securing a dominant 6-3 victory.

Meanwhile, Tottenham’s home form has faltered significantly. Spurs have lost their last three matches at home and managed just one win in their previous eight across all competitions, further highlighting their vulnerabilities.

After Sunday’s setback against Manchester United, Liverpool will be eager to rebound and reaffirm their dominance on the road with a statement victory.

Goals are anticipated to flow in this encounter, given both teams’ attacking prowess and Tottenham’s ongoing defensive frailties. Their recent Premier League clash was a thrilling nine-goal spectacle, and current trends suggest more of the same.

Tottenham’s home games have been goal-laden this season, averaging 4.06 goals per match in all competitions. Three or more goals have been scored in 13 of their 16 games at the Hotspur Stadium.

Liverpool’s relentless attack remains consistent away from Anfield, but their defence has shown occasional lapses on the road. Liverpool’s away fixtures have seen over 2.5 goals in 10 of 14 matches this season. Furthermore, in domestic surroundings, just two of their 11 away games have failed to reach this mark. With Tottenham’s porous defence and Liverpool’s ruthless attack, a high-scoring affair appears highly probable.

Both teams’ attacking firepower and defensive vulnerabilities make BTTS a compelling selection. Tottenham have scored in all but one of their home games this season, but defensive injuries have seen them keep just three clean sheets. This has resulted in BTTS landing in 12 of their 16 home matches, including their last 10 consecutive fixtures.

Liverpool, on the other hand, have scored in every away game this season. While their defence is generally solid, they are conceding at an average of 1.07 goals per game on the road. This has seen BTTS land in 9 of their 14 away fixtures. History cements the likelihood of this happening as their last 9 head-to-heads has ended with both teams scoring.

With both sides demonstrating consistent scoring form and occasional defensive lapses, goals from both teams are highly likely in this cup clash.

The “Egyptian King” remains at the centre of Liverpool’s charge this season and his inclusion in this bet builder is backed by an overwhelming weight of evidence. Contributing 31 goal involvements in the Premier League alone, Salah has already set the record for the most games to score and assist in (8).

His influence is not solely limited to the Premier League either as he remains a constant threat across all competitions, adding another 7 goal contributions this season. Salah’s ability to deliver in decisive moments makes this selection highly reliable, particularly against a Spurs side prone to lapses in defensive discipline.

While known for his flair and attacking dynamism, the Colombian winger also has a tendency to play with aggression that can lead to fouls. Averaging 1.68 fouls per game, Díaz has committed 2+ fouls in 11 of his last 12 starts, with 3+ in 6 of those outings. His history against Spurs further cements this trend, as he’s committed two or more fouls in three of his four appearances against them. Expect his combative nature to be on display once again.

Kulusevski is a central figure in Tottenham’s attack, whether deployed on the right wing or in a more central role. He draws fouls regularly, averaging 1.21 fouls won per game. Kulusevski’s attacking threat has seen him win at least one foul in 15 of his last 20 appearances. However, his persistent threat, particularly in high stakes games sees him win multiple fouls as a result. The Swedish playmaker has drawn 2+ fouls in seven of his last ten matches.

In their previous league meeting, Kulusevski won three fouls, and against a Liverpool side prone to physical duels – with 37 fouls committed across their last 3 matches – this selection to win just one fouls looks inevitable. Yet for those seeking higher odds, Kulusevski to win 2+ fouls at 2.1 odds is also highly achievable.

The Malian midfielder faces a daunting task as the primary defensive screen for a Spurs side missing key players at the back. With Liverpool’s multifaceted attacking threats, Bissouma will likely be drawn into frequent challenges, increasing the likelihood of disciplinary action. While he averages just over a foul per game, his average spikes to 2.25 fouls per match against Liverpool, where he’s picked up two yellow cards in his last three outings.

This season, Bissouma leads Spurs for ill-discipline with eight bookings, giving him a 35% chance of seeing yellow in any game he features. In this high-stakes match, where tensions and defensive responsibilities will run high, Bissouma looks a prime candidate for a card.

With key injuries and suspensions, Brennan Johnson is likely to start ahead of Wednesday night’s cup clash. Despite missing the previous leg against Manchester United, the winger’s attacking influence on the game is undeniable. Averaging 2.07 shots per game, rising to 2.86 per 90 minutes, Johnson is hitting the target with 41.5% accuracy. He has hit the target in three of his last four appearances and boasts a perfect record against Liverpool, hitting the target in all his two previous meetings with the Reds. Look for Johnson to step up and test the Liverpool keeper once again.