Southampton vs. Liverpool: time and where to watch the quarter-finals the Carabao Cup game

The Carabao Cup enters its decisive stage and one of the most anticipated quarter-final clashes pits two teams with very different realities against each other: Liverpool and Southampton.

Where to watch:

The match between Liverpool and Southampton will be broadcast live on ESPN and Disney+ streaming platform, kicking off at 5 pm (Brasília time).

How the teams arrive:

• Liverpool: The Reds are on a positive streak in the Premier League and arrive boosted for the match. Manager Arne Slot should field a mixed team, combining starters and reserves, aiming to give the squad rotation and advance in the competition. The expectation is that the team will maintain the good moment and advance to the semifinals.
• Southampton: Southampton is going through a delicate moment in the Premier League and the Carabao Cup becomes an opportunity to seek a positive result and boost the team's morale. The club is without a coach after the dismissal of Russell Martin and is looking for a new name to lead the team. The interim coach should use the match to test some pieces and give opportunities to less used players.

Possible line-ups:

• Liverpool: Nothing defined by coach Arne Slot. The only certainty is that goalkeeper Caomin Kelleher will be the starter in place of Alisson Becker. Furthermore, younger players and players who have not played frequently in the Premier League or Champions League will have a chance.
• Southampton: After the dismissal of coach Russell Martin, the interim coach must keep the same team that lost 5-0 to Tottenham, in the 17th round of the Premier League.

Odds at the bookmakers:

Bookmakers see Liverpool as the favorite to win the match. The odds vary according to each house, but in general, Liverpool appears with lower odds (indicating a higher probability of victory) compared to Southampton.

Time and place:

• Date: December 18, 2024
• Time: 5 pm (Brasília time)
• Location: St. Mary's Stadium, Southampton

Prediction:

Liverpool, even with a mixed team, are favorites to win the match. The team has a more qualified squad and is in a better moment of the season. However, Southampton can surprise and make life difficult for the Reds.

Conclusion:

The clash between Liverpool and Southampton promises to be very interesting. Liverpool seek to maintain the good moment and advance in the competition, while Southampton seeks a positive result to boost the team's morale.