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 2025. 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.

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

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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.

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Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Over 2.5 -119

Asian Handicap Plymouth +0.25 -135

Anytime Goalscorer Bali Mumba +750

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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

The available 1x2 betting prices reveal that Queens Park Rangers are +133 for a EFL Cup win, with Plymouth Argyle being +185. The draw is on offer at +270 if you expect the game to finish level.

There are different ways to bet on QPR winning and that includes the -105 about them on the Asian Handicap -0.25. It also means that if they draw with Plymouth, you get half stakes refunded.

Under and Over 2.5 Goals bettors are able to get odds which are similar for the Total Goals market. If you think that both sides will end up scoring, then the Both Teams to Score Yes option can be backed at -147.

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

Half-Time Result

Double Chance

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Asian Handicap

Total Goals

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Player Goals

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Team Stats

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

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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

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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.