Southampton vs Stoke City: EFL Cup Match Preview

Free Betting Tips and Predictions

Southampton and Stoke City will face off for the first time this season in the EFL Cup Tuesday night. Both sides will be looking to advance to the next round and book a place in the EFL Cup quarter-finals.

Current Form and Team News

Southampton come into this game on the back of a 3-0 defeat to Newcastle in the Premier League. The Saints have lost their last two games and will be looking to bounce back with a win against Stoke City. Ralph Hasenhüttl's men currently sit 18th in the Premier League, just one point above the relegation zone.

Stoke City, on the other hand, are in good form. The Potters have won their last two games, including a 3-0 win over League One side Morecambe in the EFL Cup. Michael O'Neill's side are currently 15th in the Championship and will be confident of causing an upset against Southampton.

Both teams will be without several key players for this match. Southampton will be without the suspended Lyanco and the injured Romain Perraud, Tino Livramento, and Armel Bella-Kotchap. Stoke City will be without the injured Harry Souttar, Nick Powell, and Dujon Sterling.

Match Prediction

This is a tough match to call. Southampton have the home advantage, but Stoke City are in better form. The Potters have also won their last two matches against Southampton, including a 2-0 win at St. Mary's Stadium in the FA Cup last season.

Overall, I think Stoke City have a slight edge in this match. The Potters are in better form and have a good record against Southampton. I predict that Stoke City will win 2-1.

Bet Tips

• Stoke City to win @ 2.45
• Both teams to score @ 1.90
• Over 2.5 goals @ 1.85