Away from league action, the Carabao Cup presents a valuable chance for teams to build form and it is also an opportunity for young stars to make their way into the first team and gain key experience.
The competition is used to hosting some huge clashes featuring Premier League sides – and this week will be no different.
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Leicester to beat Walsall @ 1.41
Premier League stragglers Leicester will hope to build some momentum when they take on Walsall.
It is unlikely the Foxes will field a weakened side for this reason, as Steve Cooper will hope a cup run can raise morale and improve their league form.
Walsall, on the other hand, are flying in League Two, sitting third in the table and aiming for promotion. A good result against Premier League opposition would raise confidence levels even higher, but a giant killing will be no easy feat.
Aston Villa to beat Wycombe Wanderers @ 1.31
Wycombe are off to a steady start in League One and will be keen on a cup run to raise the spirits of the squad and the fans.
But Villa want to build on their recent European qualification with a trophy, and the Carabao Cup is one of their best hopes to do so.
With a flood of games upcoming, it is possible that Unai Emery will rest some key players – but we still think Villa will still have enough to cruise past Wycombe.
Liverpool vs West Ham: Both teams to score @ 1.73
The only all-Premier League clash of the third round is set to be contested at Anfield on Wednesday.
Liverpool boss Arne Slot will want some silverware in his first season on Merseyside, with trophies an expectation to keep up with competitors like Manchester City and Arsenal.
West Ham will be wanting to boost their form with a win, as their renewed squad under Julen Lopetegui has started very slowly in the league. As a result, we expect to see some young stars feature in an open game with plenty of goals.
Newcastle to beat AFC Wimbledon @ 1.30
Newcastle are another side whose development hinges on winning trophies and the Carabao Cup will be a significant focus as a result. But they may well decide to field some squad players in this one, players who will be eager to impress boss Eddie Howe.
Wimbledon we are sure will produce a spirited display but it will be hard for them to get the better of their Premier League opponents, even after doing just that against Ipswich Town in the previous round.
Newcastle’s strength and depth should overwhelm Wimbledon – and we expect a routine win for the Magpies.
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