Liverpool vs Tottenham Carabao Cup Semi-Final: How to Watch, Kick-off Time, Team News, and Injuries
The Carabao Cup semi-final clash between Liverpool and Tottenham will take place on Thursday, February 6, at Anfield, with both teams looking to secure a spot in the final. Tottenham comes into the game with a narrow 1-0 advantage from the first leg, leaving the tie wide open for an exciting finish.
Here’s everything you need to know about the match, including how to watch, the kick-off time, team news, and injury updates.
How to Watch Liverpool vs Tottenham Online
In the United States (US), the Carabao Cup semi-final match will be broadcast live on Paramount+. If you’re abroad and want to access your usual streaming service, a VPN (Virtual Private Network) like NordVPN can help you bypass geo-restrictions and watch the game seamlessly.
Check out GOAL’s Live Match Centre for real-time updates during the game.
Kick-Off Time
The match will take place at Anfield, Liverpool’s iconic stadium, and will kick off at 10 AM ET on Thursday, February 6.
Team News
Liverpool:
- Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to miss the game due to a thigh injury sustained in their recent win over Bournemouth.
- Diogo Jota and Curtis Jones have both returned to full fitness, but Jones may have to settle for a place on the bench as Dominik Szoboszlai is expected to start in midfield.
- Joe Gomez will join Alexander-Arnold on the treatment table.
- Andy Robertson could keep his place at left-back, with Kostas Tsimikas ready to step in if needed.
Projected Lineup (4-3-3):
- GK: Caoimhin Kelleher
- DEF: Andrew Robertson, Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, Calvin Bradley
- MID: Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai, Curtis Jones
- FOR: Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo, Darwin Núñez
Tottenham:
- Radu Dragusin is ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury.
- Cristian Romero and several others are unavailable, leaving Spurs with a thinner squad for this crucial tie.
- With injuries mounting, Ben Davies and Micky van de Ven will likely form the defensive partnership.
Projected Lineup (4-3-3):
- GK: Alvaro Kinsky
- DEF: Kieran Danso, Djed Spence, Ben Davies, Ashleigh Gray
- MID: Yves Bissouma, Pape Sarr, Rodrigo Bentancur
- FOR: Dejan Kulusevski, Richarlison, Heung-Min Son
Injuries and Suspensions
- Liverpool will miss Trent Alexander-Arnold (thigh injury) and Joe Gomez (injured).
- Tottenham has Radu Dragusin (knee) and Cristian Romero among the key absentees. Micky van de Ven is expected to start despite ongoing injury concerns.
Form Guide
Liverpool:
- Liverpool bounced back from a 4-1 loss to Ipswich Town with a solid 2-1 win over Bournemouth and will look to continue their form as they chase a final spot.
- The Reds have been solid in recent weeks, winning four out of their last five games.
Tottenham:
- Tottenham has been inconsistent, with a 3-0 win over Elfsborg but a 2-1 loss to Leicester.
- Spurs will be eager to hold on to their slender 1-0 lead from the first leg but face a tough challenge given their injuries.
Head-to-Head Record
- Liverpool has dominated recent matchups, winning three of the last five encounters between the two teams.
- Tottenham managed just one win over Liverpool in their last five meetings.
With Liverpool playing on home soil and Tottenham dealing with a host of injuries, this semi-final promises to be a thrilling encounter. Liverpool will be looking to overturn the deficit from the first leg, while Tottenham will rely on their remaining firepower to secure a place in the final. Fans can expect high intensity and drama as both teams battle it out for Carabao Cup glory.
Make sure to tune in at 10 AM ET on Thursday to catch all the action live on Paramount+.
