Liverpool vs Accrington Stanley Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The Reds are coming after a narrow loss to Spurs.

In the heart of Liverpool, where the iconic Albert Dock meets the enduring melodies of The Beatles, the third-round fixtures of the FA Cup take us to Anfield Stadium where Liverpool are scheduled to lock horns against Accrington Stanley.

Liverpool will undoubtedly be disappointed following their recent loss to Tottenham Hotspur, which ended their unbeaten streak and gave Ange Postecoglou’s side a crucial edge ahead of the EFL Cup’s second leg.

Known for their resilience and knack for remarkable comebacks, the Reds will aim to bounce back strongly in their upcoming fixture against Accrington Stanley. This match provides an excellent opportunity for Arne Slot to rotate his squad, offering valuable game time to reserves and bench players eager to prove their worth at Anfield.

Defeat in the first leg. #TOTLIV pic.twitter.com/Kf0eeYbnDQ

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) January 8, 2025

Accrington Stanley FC find themselves in a precarious position, sitting 19th in the Football League Two standings. With just six wins from 23 matches, their overall campaign has been far from impressive. Despite their struggles, Stanley’s recent form offers a glimmer of hope, having secured victories against Colchester and Grimsby Town after a disappointing defeat to Salford City.

Heading into their FA Cup third-round clash with Liverpool, the Lancashire-based side will look to channel their resilience and attempt to script a monumental upset against one of England’s most formidable teams.

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 11 January 2025, at 05:45 PM IST

Location: Anfield Stadium, Liverpool, UK

Form:

Liverpool (in all competitions): L-D-W-W-W

Accrington Stanley (in all competitions): W-W-L-L-D

Players to Watch

Cody Gakpo (Liverpool)

Cody Gakpo, the 25-year-old Dutch winger hailing from Eindhoven, began his professional career with PSV Eindhoven before making a high-profile move to Liverpool in 2023. Since joining the Reds, Gakpo has proven to be a pivotal figure in both their Premier League and UEFA Champions League campaigns, contributing significantly to their improved performances.

He has also been an integral part of the Netherlands national team, earning 36 caps and scoring 14 goals. Gakpo’s most remarkable achievement came at UEFA Euro 2024, where he finished as the tournament’s top scorer, helping the Netherlands reach the semi-finals. His explosive talent and consistency have firmly established him as one of Europe’s most exciting attacking players.

So glad Cody Gakpo is a Liverpool player ❤️ pic.twitter.com/UIP9oh4znA

— Liam 💫 (@LiamMLFC) January 4, 2025

Ashley Hunter (Accrington)

Ashley Hunter, the 29-year-old English centre-forward from Derby, began his footballing journey with Salford City before joining Accrington Stanley in 2024. Since his arrival at Accrington, Hunter has quickly established himself as a cornerstone of the team, making numerous appearances and showcasing his attacking abilities.

He was also an integral part of the Salford City squad that triumphed in the EFL Trophy during the 2019-20 season. As Accrington Stanley prepare to face Liverpool at Anfield in the upcoming FA Cup third-round fixture, Hunter will be determined to lead his team with attacking flair and ensure they pose a significant challenge to the Premier League giants.

Match Facts

• These two sides will lock horns against each other for the very first time in history.
• Liverpool have won three out of their last five matches.
• Accrington have lost two fixtures in their last five matches.

Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1: Liverpool to win the match – 4/6 with Bet365
• Tip 2: Cody Gakpo to be the first scorer – 10/3 with William Hill
• Tip 3: Liverpool 4-0 Accrington Stanley – 8/1 with Skybet

Injury and Team News

Liverpool will be without the services of Dominik Szoboszlai for the upcoming fixture.

Accrington, on the other hand, have no injury concerns.

Head-to-Head

These two sides will lock horns against each other for the very first time in history.

Predicted Lineups

Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Alisson (GK); Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Diaz

Accrington Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Crellin (GK); Love, Rawson, Awe, Woods; Martin, Khumbeni; Woods, Hunter, Whalley; Walton

Match Prediction

Liverpool would be gutted after Spurs halted their long unbeaten streak in the previous match. But the Reds would be keen to get back on winning ways in the upcoming match. We expect a big win for them at Anfield in this game.

Prediction Liverpool 4-0 Accrington Stanley

Telecast details

India: Sony LIV,

UK: BBC and ITV

USA: ESPN

Nigeria: TBD

For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Telegram.