Wed Sep 25 21:53:55 UTC 2024: ## Liverpool Begin Carabao Cup Defence Against West Ham

**Liverpool will start their defence of the Carabao Cup with a third-round clash against fellow Premier League side West Ham on Wednesday.** The Reds will be looking to repeat their success of last season, when they defeated Chelsea in extra time to secure their 10th triumph in the competition.

New manager Arne Slot, who is aiming for his first piece of silverware at Anfield, emphasized the importance of winning the competition. “I know the history of this club,” he said. “I know what happened last season, and in a special way, with so many youngsters on the pitch in the final. I know how special winning a cup can be.”

Meanwhile, West Ham are hoping to turn around their disappointing start to the Premier League season. They’ve only managed four points from their first five games and are desperate for a morale boost.

**Liverpool will be without the injured Alisson, but will field a strong side with Federico Chiesa making his full debut following his move from Juventus.** Other notable inclusions include Conor Bradley, Jarell Quansah, Curtis Jones and Wataru Endo.

West Ham will be missing the injured Niklas Fullkrug, but will welcome back Lukasz Fabianski for the domestic cup game.

The match will be a key test for both teams as they look to gain momentum in the early stages of the season.

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