Liverpool is set to host Qarabag on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in a UEFA Champions League 2025–26 league phase finale at Anfield, Liverpool, England. The fixture carries decisive implications for both clubs’ journeys in Europe. The Reds are on the brink of sealing a straight passage to the Last 16.
They need a win to avoid the playoff round. Conversely, Qarabag are coming with nothing to lose. They’re sitting outside the automatic qualifiers. But they’re well-positioned for a playoff berth if results elsewhere align. Liverpool’s domestic struggles and an injury-hit defence add an intriguing subplot to what should otherwise be a comfortable European night for the home side.
You can find more of our soccer predictions on our main picks hub. Here’s how we’re betting Liverpool vs Qarabag tonight, including our Best Bet, a Same-Game Parlay, and key trends to know.
Liverpool vs Qarabag Match Details
Competition: Champions League
Date & kickoff: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 – 3:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM GT
Venue: Anfield Stadium, Liverpool, England
Expected XIs: Liverpool 4-2-3-1 vs Qarabag 4-2-3-1
Best Bet for Liverpool vs Qarabag
Our best bet for Liverpool vs Qarabag is BTTS: Yes at +105 (BetMGM) / -102 (FanDuel).
Going by both teams’ statistical profiles in European play this season, the ‘Both Teams to Score’ market seems probable. Liverpool have conceded in 4 of their last 6 matches in all competitions. They’ve consistently found the net but have also shown defensive vulnerabilities. Especially amid injury withdrawals at the back.
Qarabag’s league phase campaign has been marked by attacking intent. They’ve scored 13 goals in seven UCL matches at an average of 1.86 per game. Eight of those goals came in their last five fixtures. However, they also have a tendency to concede. They’ve conceded 15 goals in UCL in those seven games.
Hence, Liverpool can capitalise that vulnerability. However, at the back for the Reds, their injury woes have exposed occasional instability. Especially in central defence with Joe Gomez out and Ibrahima Konate unavailable. Arne Slot has to deploy midfielders at the back recently.
And Qarabag’s recent 3–2 win against Eintracht Frankfurt showed that they’re capable of scoring against top-level opposition. Additionally, BTTS landed in 62% of Qarabag’s matches. So, the combination of Liverpool’s need to attack early and Qarabag’s propensity to score in high-tempo European games, makes this market probable.
Liverpool vs Qarabag Prediction
Our pick: Liverpool to Win at -700 (BetMGM) / -1000 (FanDuel)
The overwhelming pricing for Liverpool as favourites comes from both historical context and current form. Opta’s models project a near-80% probability of a Liverpool win at home against Qarabag. It reflects the gulf in quality and squad depth between the two sides.
This will be the first ever competitive meeting between these sides. So there’s no head-to-head history, but Liverpool’s European pedigree dwarfs that of Qarabag. The Reds have famously reached multiple Champions League finals and they’ve also won the competition twice (2005, 2019).
Their 17 wins in their last 20 UCL group stage/league phase games also tell the story of consistent performance at this level. Liverpool’s recent European form, including away wins against Marseille (3–0) and Inter Milan (1–0), showed that they’re able to grind out results even when domestic performances ebb and flow.
Liverpool struggled in their recent Premier League outing, ending a 13-match unbeaten run with a 3-2 defeat to Bournemouth. Even so, their offensive structure and pressing intensity have generally translated well in continental play. Whereas, Qarabag have also earned respect for competitive displays.
Such as their dramatic 3-2 win against Eintracht Frankfurt and a 2-2 draw with Chelsea earlier in the campaign. But the reality remains that they have never beaten an English side in UEFA competition (0 wins in eight matches). They’re also traveling into a hostile Anfield atmosphere as underdogs.
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Same-Game Parlay (Bet Builder) for Liverpool vs Qarabag
Bet $100 to Win $204.63 (FanDuel) Total Goals Over 2.5 (-370) + Both Teams to Score: Yes (-102) + Dominik Szoboszlai to Score or Assist (-175)
This parlay combines Liverpool’s expected attacking output with the defensive fragility of both sides. Over/under markets favor Over 2.5 goals given that both teams have seen high-scoring encounters. Liverpool’s European campaign has featured a 2.06 xG per game. Whereas, Qarabag’s fixtures have tended toward scoring from both ends.
Dominik Szoboszlai’s influence cannot be overstated. He is leading Liverpool’s scoring chart in Europe with four goals along with registering three assists. He has also been involved directly in numerous key moments, including free kicks and late goals. His set-piece acumen gives him a high likelihood of involvement in another scoring sequence.
This builder reflects an expectation that Liverpool will push forward and influence the game’s tempo. And Qarabag’s attacking ambition and recent goal scoring suggest that they will get on the scoresheet. Szoboszlai’s range of attacking skills in form of goal threat, creativity, free kicks, and more makes him central to Liverpool’s offensive strategy.
Over 2.5: -375 / Under 2.5: +250 Over 3.5: -145 / Under 3.5: +105
Over 2.5: -375 / Under 2.5: +285 Over 3.5: -140 / Under 3.5: +114
BTTS
Yes: +100 / No: -145
Yes: +110 / No: -138
Asian Handicap
Liverpool -2.25: -143 / -2.50: -110 Qarabag +2.25: +110
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Draw No Bet
Liverpool: -3000 Qarabag: +1000
Liverpool: -3500 Qarabag: +2100
Double Chance
Liverpool or Draw: -3000 Qarabag or Draw: +475
Liverpool or Draw: -7000 Qarabag or Draw: +650
Trends to Know for Liverpool vs Qarabag
Liverpool’s European Consistency: The Reds have won 17 of their last 20 group stage/league phase UCL matches. Hence, they possess the habitual capacity to prevail in continental fixtures.
First Competitive Meeting: With no previous head-to-head history, statistical and situational trends (such as Liverpool’s home strength and Qarabag’s relative unpredictability) are key analytical inputs.
Goal Scoring Patterns: Liverpool score at an average of around 2.0 goals per match in European play, while Qarabag’s UCL fixtures have averaged nearly 1.86 goals per game.
Injuries & Rotation: Liverpool’s defensive injuries (Gomez out, Konate absent) could influence the game’s defensive solidity, making BTTS markets attractive.
Qarabag’s Away Ambition: Seven of Qarabag’s last ten Champions League matches saw two or more goals. It confirms their openness and offensive impetus away from home.
Latest Injuries & Lineup News for Liverpool vs Qarabag
In soccer, injuries and rotations can drastically alter how a match plays out, especially when it comes to BTTS, totals, and goalscorer markets. Navigating through a few key injuries in this clash, both coaches will look to lineup their strongest XI. Here are the players who are either doubtful or are set to miss out:
Team
Player
Status
Notes
Liverpool
Joe Gomez
Out
Hip / Knee
Liverpool
Ibrahima Konate
Out
Personal Reason
Liverpool
Giovanni Leoni
Out
ACL
Liverpool
Alexander Isak
Out
Leg
Liverpool
Conor Bradley
Out
Knee
Qarabag
Kady Borges
Out
Unspecified
Qarabag
Ramil Sheydayev
Out
Ineligible
Reminder: Always check confirmed lineups 60–75 minutes before kickoff, especially for goalscorer and BTTS markets.
How to watch – quick Q&A
What time is Liverpool vs Qarabag?
Liverpool vs Qarabag kicks off at 3:00 PM ET on Sunday, January 28, 2026 (8:00 PM local UK time).
Where is the match being played?
The match will be played at the Anfield Stadium in Liverpool, England.
How can I watch on TV / stream?
Broadcast rights vary by territory. In the US, the Champions League can be telecast on Paramount+. The match will be telecast on TNT Sports 2 in the UK. The match will also be available to stream on these broadcasters’ official websites.
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