
Southampton are not in great shape coming into this League Cup semi final against Liverpool. Claude Puel’s side have only won two of their last nine matches in all competitions and have lost three of their last four.
Liverpool’s 0-0 draw against Plymouth wasn’t ideal but they rested almost all of their usual starting XI at the weekend with a view to their next two matches. They are the clear favourites although they should be mindful of Southampton’s relatively good home form this season.
Southampton have lost both of their last two matches on home soil but they are only two of three matches they’ve lost at Saint Mary’s all season. They held Liverpool to a 0-0 draw earlier in the season but may not have enough to beat a confident Liverpool outfit over two legs. Naija and Bet
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