League Cup Outright Odds

BetVictor is your home for EFL Cup outright winners odds. 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. 

Clubs 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. 

Bet on the Outright Winner of the 2025/26 EFL Cup 

All 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. 

For 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. 

Wembley 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. 

From the opening rounds to the final, football betting 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. 

Previous Winners of the EFL Cup 

Manchester 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. 

However, 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. 

Liverpool 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. 

Underdog Stories in the EFL Cup

While 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.  

The 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. 

In 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 Premier League match betting at the time, but they made the final on merit. 

EFL Cup Betting Tips

For those looking to make the most of betting on the EFL Cup, the BetVictor blog is the perfect starting point. With regular previews available, it’s a valuable tool throughout this tournament and others. 

One 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. 

In-play betting 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. 

Finally, 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.