How to watch Southampton vs Liverpool TODAY; EFL Carabao Cup broadcast

The Southampton vs Liverpool match will be available on Paramount+ on Wednesday, December 18, at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT. From St. Mary’s Stadium, Southampton will aim to recover from a difficult run of form, while Liverpool seeks to maintain consistency across all competitions and advance to the semifinals of the EFL Carabao Cup. Learn how both teams arrive, their strategies, and key insights for this exciting clash.

How Does Southampton Arrive?

Southampton comes into this match following a string of disappointing results in the Premier League, raising questions about their ability to compete at a high level. In their most recent outing, they suffered a heavy 5-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, highlighting defensive frailties and a lack of response to the opponent's offensive pressure. Earlier, they lost 1-0 to Aston Villa, failing to capitalize on the opportunities they created due to ineffective attacking.

In a prior encounter, Southampton endured another rout, losing 5-1 to Chelsea, which exposed significant organizational issues in defense and inefficiency in midfield transitions. However, a 1-1 draw against Brighton showed a glimpse of defensive stability, though it wasn’t enough to secure the three points. In their last league meeting with Liverpool, Southampton lost 3-2, where defensive lapses overshadowed an otherwise strong offensive effort. Southampton must show significant improvement in this crucial Carabao Cup clash.

Southampton’s Last 5 Matches

• December 15: Southampton 0-5 Tottenham Hotspur

• December 7: Aston Villa 1-0 Southampton

• December 4: Southampton 1-5 Chelsea

• November 29: Brighton 1-1 Southampton

• November 24: Southampton 2-3 Liverpool

How Does Liverpool Arrive?

Liverpool enters this stage with a strong record in the Premier League and the Champions League, solidifying their status as one of Europe’s most consistent teams. Their most recent match ended in a 2-2 draw against Fulham, demonstrating resilience. Before that, they secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Girona in the Champions League, showcasing adaptability to various playing styles.

In prior encounters, Liverpool defeated Manchester City 2-0, dominating midfield and taking their chances in front of goal. Their 3-3 draw with Newcastle highlighted their attacking prowess, while a 2-0 win against Real Madrid in the Champions League displayed their ability to perform against elite teams. Liverpool arrives motivated and with a fit squad ready for this Carabao Cup challenge.

Liverpool’s Last 5 Matches

• December 14: Liverpool 2-2 Fulham

• December 10: Girona 0-1 Liverpool

• December 4: Newcastle 3-3 Liverpool

• December 1: Liverpool 2-0 Manchester City

• November 27: Liverpool 2-0 Real Madrid

Possible Lineups

Southampton

• Alex McCarthy

• Kyle Walker-Peters

• Jan Bednarek

• Taylor Harwood-Bellis

• Ryan Manning

• Joe Aribo

• Flynn Downes

• Mateus Fernandes

• Tyler Dibling

• Adam Armstrong

• Kamal-Deen Sulemana

Liverpool

• Alisson

• Trent Alexander-Arnold

• Joe Gomez

• Virgil van Dijk

• Andrew Robertson

• Dominik Szoboszlai

• Ryan Gravenberch

• Curtis Jones

• Mohamed Salah

• Luis Díaz

• Cody Gakpo

Predictions

Odds:

• Southampton: +500

• Draw: +375

• Liverpool: -205

Match Schedule

• Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024

• Time: 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT

• Tournament: EFL Carabao Cup (Quarterfinals)

• Venue: St. Mary’s Stadium

How to Watch Southampton vs Liverpool Live

• Broadcast: Paramount+