Liverpool go in search of a fifth successive win in all competitions tonight when they face Chelsea in the EFL Cup at Anfield.The Merseysiders have bounced back well from defeat at home to Manchester City on October 11 with victories over LASK, Brentford, Villarreal and Brighton.Chelsea were beaten 2-0 at home by Tottenham last time out, ending a run of two straight league wins. Goalkeeper Mike Penders was at fault for one of the goals and, to make matters worse, Cole Palmer was sent off after picking up two yellow cards in the space of nine minutes.With no European football this season, the EFL Cup represents Chelseas first chance of domestic silverware, and boss Xabi Alonso may take it more seriously than some of his rivals. Chelsea reached this stage by beating Luton Town and then Leeds United 6-3, despite Alonso making nine changes for the Leeds game. Liverpool, meanwhile, made 10 changes and still beat Tottenham 3-1 in the last round.Where to Watch Liverpool v Chelsea: TV and online streamsLiverpool versus Chelsea kicks off at8pm GMT on Wednesday, October 28at Anfield.The match is live onSky Sports and ITV1in the UK, with streaming also available onITVX and the Sky Go app.Supporters overseas should check theirlocal EFL Cup TV rights holders.Recent Form & Stats for Liverpool v ChelseaThe clubs are meeting for the 202nd time in all competitions, with Liverpool winning 87 and losing 67.The last two encounters in the EFL Cup were in the finals of 2022 and 2024.Of their last 12 ties played in this competition, Liverpool are facing opposition from London for the eighth time.Liverpools last three Anfield defeats in the League Cup have all been inflicted by London teams Chelsea (2018-19), Arsenal on penalties (2020-21) and Crystal Palace (2025-26). Topics Carabao Cup Chelsea F.C. EFL Cup Liverpool F.C. If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read LIVE Manchester City v Brighton: Commentary, updates, goals and stats Jon Fisher 28th October, 2026 Liverpool v Chelsea: Confirmed team news and line-ups Jon Fisher 28th October, 2026 Manchester City v Brighton: Confirmed team news and line-ups Jon Fisher 28th October, 2026 EFL Cup draw: Quarter-final lowdown including time, TV channel and stream Ben Miller 28th October, 2026 Liverpool v Chelsea: Preview, expected line-ups, stats and where to watch Jon Fisher 28th October, 2026 Manchester City v Brighton: Preview, expected line-ups, stats and where to watch Ben Miller 28th October, 2026
