After yet another defeat in midweek, Liverpool will play against Aston Villa at Anfield this Saturday, in an important Premier League match.
Both teams have the same number of points and are currently in 7th and 8th place. Liverpool is under pressure to stop their recent poor form, while Unai Emery’s confident Villa side will try to take advantage and move higher up the table.
Liverpool vs Aston Villa preview
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Liverpool comes into this match in poor form after a 3-0 loss to Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, a result that marked their sixth defeat in their last seven games across all competitions.
Palace beat a young Liverpool side at Anfield, raising questions about the team’s depth and selection choices. Manager Arne Slot defended his decision to rotate the squad, but the result has put more pressure on the team ahead of their game against Aston Villa.
Liverpool’s strong home record is now in doubt, and they badly need a good result to steady their season.
Aston Villa are full of confidence after a strong run of form, including a solid 1-0 win over Manchester City last Sunday. Under Unai Emery, they have been tough in defence and sharp in attack. A win at Anfield would push them above Liverpool in the standings and strengthen their chances of qualifying for Europe.
With Liverpool struggling, Villa will see this as a great chance to finally get a result at Anfield.
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Liverpool vs Aston Villa head-to-head
Liverpool have usually come out on top in games against Aston Villa. The Reds have recorded a win in seven out of 10 of their last meeting (3D).
The last time Aston Villa won Liverpool was far back in 2020 in a 7-2 thriller at Villa Park.
The home team will hope to replicate their head-to-head advantage, especially as they are currently shaky in defence this season.
Liverpool vs Aston Villa team news
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Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins (Photo Credit: Aston Villa/X)
Liverpool manager Arne Slot is likely to make changes after the midweek cup loss and stick with his first team selection. The defense will still rely on Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté to stay strong and repel any attack from the visitors.
However, Ryan Gravenberch and Alexander Isak are still out injured. But the manager will look up to Mo Salah and Hugo Ekitike to spice things up from the attack.
Aston Villa will mostly have the same team ready to play. After their big win over Manchester City, Unai Emery probably won’t change much.
The coach will start Boubacar Kamara and Youri Tielemans from the midfield. Matty Cash, the hero of the last match, will also have a spot in the starting line-up and provide support to striker Ollie Watkins.
Liverpool vs Aston Villa probable lineups
Liverpool probable lineup (4-2-3-1): Kelleher; Ajer, van den Berg, Kayode, Collins; Szoboszlai, Mac Allister; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo; Ekitike
Aston Villa probable lineup (4-2-3-1): Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Torres, Digne; Kamara, McGinn; Malen, Rogers, Guessand; Watkins
Liverpool vs Aston Villa prediction and betting tips
With Liverpool’s recent woes, they will no longer be favourites for many bettors who wish to bet on Livescorebet. However, playing at home still gives them an advantage.
This match might just be very close as Villa has the quality to score and put Slot’s men under pressure.
Prediction: Liverpool 1-1 Aston Villa
