Two Liverpool stars at risk of missing 2026/27 Carabao Cup quarter-finals

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Two Liverpool stars are both one booking away from suspension as the Reds host Chelsea on Wednesday. Liverpool host Chelsea at Anfield on Wednesday night in the Carabao Cup fourth round, with Andoni Iraola’s side looking to extend their four-match winning run across all competitions.The Reds beat Brighton 2-0 on Sunday to secure their first Premier League home win of the season, following victories over LASK and Brentford and a thrilling 4-3 Champions League win against Villarreal.However, Liverpool’s defensive frailties remain a concern, with just one clean sheet in their last five matches.

Even if it’s hard in terms of leaving players out, I prefer those problems than not having players ready.”Ronald Araujo and Milos Kerkez are both one booking away from suspension and would miss the quarter-finals if they receive a yellow card against Chelsea and Liverpool progress. Both players have been key for Liverpool this season.Liverpool and Chelsea last met on May 9, drawing 1-1 at Anfield.

Chelsea won the previous two meetings at home, 2-1 in October 2025 and 3-1 in May 2025.Across their last five encounters, both teams have recorded two wins, with one draw. Their only previous Carabao Cup meeting in the dataset saw Liverpool beat Chelsea 1-0 away in February 2024.Support DaveOCKOP and enjoy the site completely ad-free.