Matt's By The Numbers Report: Man City (EFL Cup)

Hey Reds! It's finally here. The return of the Reds! Although the World Cup was amazing to watch, there is nothing like watching Liverpool FC play. The first game back for LFC comes in the form of a Carabao Cup clash against Man City. What a game to kick off the restart of the Reds' season! Klopp's men will be looking to defend the EFL Cup title against City on Thursday. Let's take a look at some of the key numbers.

1 - Mo Salah scored the 1 goal of the last clash between LFC and City! 👑

2-3 - The last time Liverpool traveled to the Etihad was in a 2-3 FA Cup win!

3 - This is LFC's 3rd last game of the year! 

3-2 - Liverpool booked their place in this round of the EFL Cup with a 3-2 penalty shootout win against Derby County.

4 - Caoimhin Kelleher has 4 penalty shootout wins for Liverpool. That is the most from any Liverpool keeper! 🛑

5 - The Reds are unbeaten in the last 5 games against Man City! 👀

7 - Liverpool had 7 players competing in the World Cup, with Ibrahima Konate going the furthest (runner-up). 🇫🇷

9 - Liverpool FC has won 9 EFL Cup titles in its history, the latest coming earlier this year! 🏆

10-11 - The Reds beat Chelsea in last year's final 10-11 in penalties, with Caoimhin Kelleher scoring the winning penalty! 🤯

40 - It will be 40 days since the last time LFC played a competitive game. Way too long! 😒