EFL Cup 2024-2025: Liverpool-Tottenham, the likely lineups

Liverpool-Tottenham, the probable formations

Round two of the Carabao Cup semifinal: Liverpool hunting for a comeback against Tottenham. After the 1-0 first leg in London, decided in the final by Bergvall’s goal, Klopp’s men must overturn the result at Anfield to snatch the pass to the final. Teams expected on the pitch at 9 p.m.

First in the Premier League and at the top of the Champions League group, the Reds look to redress the balance in the semifinal after the first leg knockout. Slot is banking on the trident consisting of Salah, Diaz and Gakpo, while in midfield the duel between Jones and Szoboszlai for a starting shirt remains open. Ballot also on the left lane between Tsimikas and Robertson. Out, however,  Alexander-Arnold.

Complicated season for Tottenham, struggling both in the Premier League – where it occupies a disappointing 14° place – and in the Europa League, closed in fourth place in the group. Postecoglou has several extenuating circumstances, including injuries and heavy absences, but reaching the League Cup final could turn the season around. In attack, the coach relies on the trident formed by Richarlison, Son and Kulusevski.

Probable lineups

Liverpool (4-3-3): Alisson; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai; Salah, Diaz, Gakpo. All. Slot.

Tottenham (4-3-3): Kinsky; Pedro Porro, Van de Ven, Davies, Gray; Bergvall, Bissouma, Bentancur; Kulusevski, Richarlison, Son. All. Postecoglou.