Liverpool v Tottenham: Isak tipped to score as Reds backed in EFL Cup

Liverpool host Tottenham at Anfield on Tuesday, 15 September 2026, in the last 32 of the EFL Cup, with Alexander Isak among the recommended bets in a match carrying a 1.69 price for more than 9.5 corners.

The tie brings together a Liverpool side still searching for consistency and a Tottenham team enduring a difficult start to their domestic campaign. Arthur Wandji, a sports betting expert and Cameroonian journalist, has provided his assessment of the fixture.

Contrasting starts to the season

Liverpool sit seventh in the Premier League with six points after a mixed opening to the campaign. The Reds are looking to use the domestic cups to build momentum and will draw confidence from their improved record at Anfield.

Alexander Isak has also made an encouraging start, having scored three league goals. His attacking form is regarded as one of Liverpool’s main advantages ahead of the match.

Tottenham’s position is more concerning. They are 17th in the Premier League and have taken only two points from a possible 12 in their first four league matches. The London club have struggled to create chances and are still looking for a result to change the direction of their season.

The visitors have also failed to score in their past 270 consecutive minutes of Premier League football. Defensive uncertainty and a lack of attacking efficiency add to their problems before the trip to Merseyside.

Liverpool’s recent form is N/V/V/N/N, while Tottenham’s is N/N/D/V/D. Liverpool remain unbeaten in all competitions this season, with two wins and three draws.

The past 10 meetings between the clubs in all competitions have produced 44 goals, suggesting the tie could offer attacking opportunities despite Tottenham’s recent difficulties in front of goal. Isak is described as Liverpool’s leading attacking threat, with four decisive contributions so far.

Recommended bets

The main selection is more than 9.5 corners at odds of 1.69. The expectation is that a knockout match will produce an intense contest with attacks moving quickly from one end to the other.

Liverpool’s threat from wide areas could lead to a series of crosses being blocked or cleared behind by a Tottenham defence expected to spend lengthy periods under pressure. Tottenham’s need to respond to their poor league form may also encourage them to attack when opportunities arise, increasing the likelihood of corners from aerial challenges and saves under pressure.

A grouped correct-score selection of 2-1, 3-1 or 4-1 to Liverpool is priced at 4.00. Liverpool are expected to control territory at home and take advantage of Tottenham’s defensive instability, although the visitors have enough individual quality to punish any lapse.

Liverpool to win is available at 1.84, while more than 2.5 goals is priced at 1.48.

Isak is priced at 2.00 to score. His movement and positioning have made him a significant problem for opposing defences, and Tottenham’s difficulties against quick transitions could provide him with space. The Swedish striker is therefore considered the most likely Liverpool player to find the net.

Odds may change.