Plymouth vs QPR Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 12 Aug 2025

EFL Cup Betting Preview: Plymouth vs QPR

Plymouth host QPR in this EFL Cup match at Home Park, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Tuesday 12 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

Goals the Bet in Pilgrims vs Rangers

The Total Goals market provides a nice betting angle on the basis that odds of -119 can be snapped up when it comes to Over 2.5. We anticipate a nice return when Plymouth take to the field against QPR.

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1-0 Victory for QPR in Previous H2H Clash

Plymouth Argyle were defeated on the road in their last game. Bolton Wanderers won 2-0 at Toughsheet Community Stadium in League One.

Queens Park Rangers drew 1-1 against Preston North End in their previous game. This was on home soil at Loftus Road in the Championship. Julien Stephan's side enjoyed 58% possession and managed three shots on goal, while Ben Whiteman (own goal) found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

QPR have gone unbeaten in their past four meetings with Plymouth. Their last clash took place at Home Park, with QPR getting a 1-0 Championship away win. The past 5 H2H matches have included three draws along with a win each for Plymouth and QPR.

Confirmed Lineups

Plymouth confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Luca Ashby-Hammond (GK), Kornel Szucs, Brendan Sarpong-Wiredu, Victor Palsson, Ayman Benarous, Bradley Ibrahim, Malachi Boateng, Tegan Finn, Jamie Paterson, Joe Hatch, Owen Oseni.

QPR confirmed lineup (4-5-1): Paul Nardi (GK), Jaiden Putman, Tylon Smith, Alex Wilkie, Harvey Vale, Emmerson Sutton, Daniel Bennie, Elijah Dixon-Bonner, Jaylan Pearman, Rayan Kolli, Rumarn Burrell.

Plymouth vs QPR Prediction & Betting Tips

Dive into our full Plymouth vs QPR betting preview, featuring an expert match prediction, a projected scoreline, top player prop bets and a bet builder designed for value.

Match Prediction

We are siding with Over 2.5 Goals at -119 considering this EFL Cup game should see the net bulge a few times. We think the price looks appealing when it comes to three or more goals being scored.

We’re always focused on the EFL Cup form guide to identify the latest betting trends. When it comes to key players getting injured, that can also have a bearing. The latest stats provide even more information to make a football prediction.

Key Plymouth vs QPR EFL Cup & league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 QPR games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 QPR games on the road.

Over 2.5 Probability

The best betting sites make it a 54.3% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our experts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Plymouth 2 - 1 QPR

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Bali Mumba To Score +750

Bali Mumba (Plymouth) can be backed at +750 to be on the scoresheet. He looks like an attractive wager to be on the scoresheet and we recommend backing this Anytime Goalscorer selection.

Latest Bali Mumba Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+750

First

--100

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Plymouth vs QPR Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Close Contest Likely According to the Bookies

For this EFL Cup clash, Plymouth Argyle are the -100 favourites to triumph according to the latest Full-Time Result betting odds. This reflects that they have a 50% chance of winning. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +245 for Queens Park Rangers.

There are two Asian Handicap options and they are Plymouth -0.5 at -103 or alternatively QPR +0.5. Either go for the favourites to win or opt for the latter and get the draw on your side at -125.

The lowest odds can be found for Over 2.5 Goals, which means at least three goals being netted. If you think that both sides will end up scoring, then the Both Teams to Score Yes option can be backed at -149.

The leading football betting sites provide hundreds of markets for the latest EFL Cup games. Be sure to peruse all of the available options before going ahead with your preferred wager.

Full-Time Result

1

-100

X

+280

2

+245

Half-Time Result

1

+155

X

+128

2

+275

Double Chance

1X

-333

12

-385

X2

-130

Draw No Bet

1

-208

2

+143

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-103

2 Hcp +0.5

-125

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-100

Over 2.5

-130

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-149

No

+110

Michael Frey (QPR)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Karamoko Dembele (QPR)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Ilias Chair (QPR)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Caleb Roberts (Plymouth)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Nicolas Madsen (QPR)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Jimmy Dunne (QPR)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Bali Mumba (Plymouth)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Kornél Szűcs (Plymouth)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Jonathan Varane (QPR)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Matthew Sorinola (Plymouth)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Joe Edwards (Plymouth)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Victor Pálsson (Plymouth)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Julio Pleguezuelo (Plymouth)

First

-

Anytime

--100

Latest EFL Cup and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Plymouth Stats

QPR Stats

Full-Time Result

• 2 defeats have been inflicted in the previous 2 matches.
• 1 defeats have been inflicted in the previous 1 home matches.

Full-Time Result

• 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 0.50 goals scored and 2.50 conceded in the previous 2 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 3.00 conceded in the previous 1 home matches
• An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 2 matches
• An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 1 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 1 of the previous 2 matches
• BTTS Yes in 1 of the previous 1 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 1 of the previous 2 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 1 of the previous 1 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches

Plymouth vs QPR Lineups & Team News

The Plymouth vs QPR team news could change everything — review it before betting. Get the predicted and confirmed EFL Cup lineups plus the latest injury updates from us.