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Anfield supporters will be expecting a massive victory for the Reds in this clash with second-level Norwich City in the 4th Round of the FA Cup. Both clubs are coming off midweek action on Wednesday. Liverpool advanced to the League Cup final on aggregate at Craven Cottage, and Norwich City fell to Leeds in Championship action. Continue reading to access an expert Liverpool vs Norwich City prediction and explore stats and the latest Liverpool odds.
- Liverpool FC vs Norwich City FC, FA Cup 4th Round
- January 28, 2024
- 9:30 AM EST
- Anfield, Liverpool, England
- ESPN+
Liverpool vs Norwich City Prediction: Who do Sportsbooks Favor?
Liverpool are huge favorites to knock out Norwich City at Anfield and advance to the 5th round of the FA Cup. The Reds are (-650) favorites to win, for an implied probability of 86.7%. An upset would send shockwaves across the soccer world, as Norwich City are pegged at a low clip of just (+1400), making them a massive underdog. A draw, which would force extra time, and penalties if necessary. Such an outcome is lined at (+775).
FA Cup 
Liverpool -725 -725 -675 -650 -650 Norwich City +1325 +1325 +1300 +1400 +1400 Draw +725 +725 +725 +775 +775
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FA Cup Format and Schedule
The quest for the FA Cup commences with a six-round qualifying competition starting on August 4. Out of the 640 teams in the National Football System, only 32 secure a coveted spot in the first round. These teams are randomly matched with clubs from EFL League One and Two, who enjoy direct entry. Matches, prior to the fifth round, take place at the designated home team’s ground, with replays occurring at the opponent’s venue if necessary.
Following the initial rounds, the remaining 20 teams join forces with the top 44 from the Premier League and the EFL Championship. From January to April, these 64 teams engage in successive rounds until only 4 teams remain. The elite quartet then competes in the culminating fixtures at the iconic Wembley Stadium, revered as the heart of English soccer.
Replays, now confined to the first through fourth rounds, have become synonymous with the FA Cup, often witnessing unforgettable moments in the second leg of a tie. If a replay remains unresolved after 30 minutes of extra time, a penalty shootout determines the advancing team. The winners of the FA Cup Final not only claim a prestigious title but also secure automatic qualification for the Europa League and earn a spot in the following season’s Community Shield.
Norwich City Team News and Recent Games
American forward Josh Sargent leads the way for a Norwich City side that finds themselves 8th in the Championship table. Just two years removed from a Premier League appearance, the Canaries had hopes of returning to the top flight of English soccer. However, their chances of doing so are slimming by the day. Norwich sits 2 points below the playoff line as the club enters the second half of their Championship season.
Albeit exciting, a draw against Liverpool is not one supporters should be too happy about. The Premier League leaders are unbeaten against Norwich since 1994. 3 wins in 4 matches should give the Canaries some faith in an upset, especially considering Liverpool are dealing with a mass of knocks. This match will take place shortly after the FA Cup fifth-round draw, allowing each team to be aware of their prospective opponents in advance if they emerge victorious.
Liverpool Injury Updates
Liverpool is currently grappling with several player absences, particularly in the defensive lineup. Klopp has stated that Andy Robertson, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Trent Alexander-Arnold may be in contention for the upcoming match against Norwich, but their participation is not confirmed.
Unfortunately, Kostas Tsimikas, Thiago, Joel Matip, and Stefan Bajcetic are unavailable for selection. Additionally, Wataru Endo is participating in the Asian Cup. Although Mohamed Salah has returned from AFCON, he is back primarily for the treatment of a hamstring injury.
Liverpool vs Norwich City Prediction and Free Betting Pick
Both clubs enter Anfield on just 4 days’ rest and must duel out a single-match leg tie. Liverpool are dealing with significant absences, forcing Klopp to put together a patchwork lineup that may not play so smoothly.
Concerns arise with Liverpool regarding their attack, as a 1-1 draw at Craven Cottage only just saw them through to the League Cup final. Liverpool failed to score after Diaz’s 11th minute opener, mustering just 0.78 expected goals. While a matchup against Norwich City at home is much more favorable, the Reds cannot afford to be so complacent. Norwich have nothing to lose with all odds against them.
I find it hard to envision 5 shots or more in this match making it past either line’s final defense. A total of 4 may be the peak in a FA Cup match, making it viable to look towards an under here. I see both clubs starting off sluggish, with a dominant Liverpool win in the cards but perhaps not producing enough goals to show for their efforts on the scoreboard.
Give me the under here at (-120) for a half unit. It is a scary one, as Liverpool did put up 4 alone in an away win over Bournemouth just this past week, but Norwich have what it takes to slow them down just enough. Additionally, Liverpool holds the best defensive record in the Premier League, so a shutout is in the cards.
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