{"title":"League Cup Outright Odds \u0026 Betting | BetVictor","description":"Explore the latest odds and analysis for the League Cup, and find out which teams are the tournament’s leading contenders. 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As one of two major domestic cup competitions operating in English football, the EFL Cup is a trophy that all 92 outfits in the top four divisions are entered into and dream of winning, and history tells us it’s not always the biggest teams who succeed.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eClubs like Liverpool and Manchester City continue to take the competition seriously under managers Arne Slot and Pep Guardiola, and now Newcastle United, last season’s winners, are in the spotlight after finally ending their long trophy drought. BetVictor offers a wide range of outright betting options to help you stay on top of the action.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eBet on the Outright Winner of the 2025/26 EFL Cup\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eAll eyes are on the 2025/26 edition of the EFL Cup, with clubs from the Premier League to League Two setting out on the road to Wembley. In 2024/25, Newcastle United lifted the trophy after defeating reigning champions Liverpool 2-1 in the final. It was a historic moment for the Magpies and a clear sign that the traditional order can still be shaken up.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eFor Liverpool, it marked back-to-back final appearances, but the defeat was also the first major final for Arne Slot, who replaced Jurgen Klopp in the summer of 2024. They will be aiming to regroup and challenge again, and they start as favourites.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eWembley remains the iconic venue for the EFL Cup final, a stage where managers can make history. The competition has previously offered a first taste of silverware for the likes of Jose Mourinho, Pep Guardiola, Erik ten Hag, and now, Eddie Howe.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eFrom the opening rounds to the final, \u003ca href=\"https://www.betvictor.com/en-gb/sports/240\"\u003efootball betting\u003c/a\u003e fans can find outright odds at BetVictor. Whether you’re looking to lock in a pre-tournament punt or reacting along the way, there are options for every stage of the competition.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003ePrevious Winners of the EFL Cup\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eManchester City were the dominant force in the EFL Cup during the late 2010s and early 2020s, winning five of the six finals between 2016 and 2021. Their depth and consistency made them the team to beat year after year.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eHowever, in recent times, there’s been a shift. Liverpool won two titles in three years before Newcastle broke through early this year to claim their first major trophy in decades. As a result, the outright betting is more open than ever.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinner\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScoreline\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:right;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRunner-Up\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2025\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eNewcastle United\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2-1\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:right;\"\u003eLiverpool\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2024\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eLiverpool\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1-0 (AET)\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:right;\"\u003eChelsea\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2023\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eManchester United\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2-0\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:right;\"\u003eNewcastle United\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2022\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eLiverpool\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e0-0 (5-4 pens)\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:right;\"\u003eChelsea\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e2021\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eManchester City\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:center;\"\u003e1-0\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;text-align:right;\"\u003eTottenham Hotspur\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/figure\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eLiverpool remain the most successful club in the competition’s history with 10 EFL Cup titles to their name. Manchester City sit closely behind them with eight, thanks in large part to their dominance previously under Guardiola.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eUnderdog Stories in the EFL Cup\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eWhile it’s the Premier League’s elite that often prevail in the EFL Cup, the competition does have a proud tradition of upsets and underdog stories. Clubs like Swindon Town, Oxford United, and Luton Town have all had their names etched onto the trophy.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThe last team from outside the top flight to lift the trophy is Sheffield Wednesday, who shocked Manchester United 1-0 in the 1991 final. The Owls, then a second-tier side, won thanks to a memorable goal from John Sheridan, a strike that lives long in the memory for Owls fans.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eIn more recent times, lower-league clubs have enjoyed good runs without lifting the trophy. Cardiff City (2012) and Bradford City (2013) both reached the final only to fall at the final hurdle. They may not have been listed in \u003ca href=\"https://www.betvictor.com/en-gb/sports/240/meetings/6323610/all\"\u003ePremier League match betting\u003c/a\u003e at the time, but they made the final on merit.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eEFL Cup Betting Tips\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eFor those looking to make the most of betting on the EFL Cup, the \u003ca href=\"https://www.betvictor.com/blog/\"\u003eBetVictor blog\u003c/a\u003e is the perfect starting point. With regular previews available, it’s a valuable tool throughout this tournament and others.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eOne key factor when it comes to betting on the EFL Cup is team selection. Clubs are prone to rotate in the early rounds, so checking lineups and injury news is advisable. Teams with strong squad depth or a track record of taking the competition seriously, like Liverpool, Manchester City, and Newcastle United, can offer better value than their odds suggest.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.betvictor.com/en-gb/live/100\"\u003eIn-play betting\u003c/a\u003e is a useful way to stay flexible during EFL Cup games. With lineups, team performance and cohesion, and tactical approaches varying widely, watching how matches are unfolding before betting can be advantageous.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eFinally, always keep an eye on clubs that thrive in knockout formats. Last season, Newcastle United won the competition, and Crystal Palace went all the way in the FA Cup. So, it’s not always the so-called big teams that have success.\u003c/p\u003e"}]}