The Carabao Cup continues with a compelling third-round clash as Liverpool hosts Southampton at Anfield. This match pits a high-flying Premier League leader against a struggling Championship side, setting the stage for a classic cup tie.
Match Details:
| Competition | Date | Kick-off (GMT) | Venue |
| Carabao Cup | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 | 8:00 PM | Anfield, Liverpool, England |
Team Form and Analysis:
Liverpool has had an exceptional start to their Premier League campaign, currently sitting at the top of the table with a perfect record of five wins from five matches. The Reds are coming off a morale-boosting 2-1 home victory over their Merseyside rivals Everton. Under manager Arne Slot, Liverpool has shown an impressive ability to grind out results, with several late winners this season.
Despite their strong form, Slot has confirmed he will rotate his squad for this cup tie, resting key players like Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah, and Dominik Szoboszlai. This will provide an opportunity for fringe players and academy starlets to impress.
Southampton, meanwhile, has had a difficult start to their Championship season, sitting in the bottom half of the table with just one win from their first six league matches. The Saints are coming off a disappointing 3-1 away defeat to Hull City. Their journey in the Carabao Cup has been more successful, with victories over Northampton Town and Norwich City. However, they appear ill-equipped to challenge a confident Liverpool side, even one that is heavily rotated.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs is heavily in favor of Liverpool, who have won 65 of their 122 all-time meetings with Southampton. Liverpool has been particularly dominant in recent encounters, being unbeaten in their last nine matches against the Saints, winning eight of them. Their most recent encounter was in March 2025, a 3-0 Premier League win for Liverpool.
Player to Watch:
- Liverpool: All eyes will be on Liverpool’s new signings and young players, as Arne Slot is expected to give them a chance to impress. Players like Alexander Isak, who is building his fitness, and young winger Rio Ngumoha are expected to feature and will be looking to make an impact.
- Southampton: The focus for Southampton will be on their key attacking players, who will be looked upon to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities in a rotated Liverpool side.
Prediction:
Given Liverpool’s superior squad quality and their strong home form, they are the clear favorites to win this match. While Southampton will be looking for a much-needed victory, their struggles on the pitch and their recent form suggest that this will be a tough contest. A comfortable home victory for Liverpool seems like a very plausible outcome, as they look to continue their cup run.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Liverpool vs Southampton match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
- UK: Sky Sports
- USA: ESPN+, FuboTV, Sling TV
- Canada: DAZN
- India: JioTV
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