As Premier League action heats up, the anticipated clash between Aston Villa and Liverpool at Villa Park is set to captivate fans with significant implications for both teams.
Scheduled for Monday evening, this fixture could see Aston Villa securing a spot in European football next season, while Liverpool, already assured of Champions League participation, aims to continue their impressive form under Jurgen Klopp in his final away game.
Team News and Predicted Lineups
Aston Villa
Aston Villa enters this match following a challenging sequence of games, including a notable defeat in the Europa Conference League against Olympiacos.
Manager Unai Emery, despite the setbacks, has prevented his team from losing four consecutive games, maintaining a formidable home record.
Villa will need to do without several key players due to injuries, including Youri Tielemans and Nicolo Zaniolo, who are doubtful after missing recent games.
Aston Villa Predicted Lineup to face Liverpool
The likely starting XI for Aston Villa includes Emiliano Martinez; Matty Cash, Pau Torres, Clement Lenglet, Lucas Digne; Moussa Diaby, Douglas Luiz, John McGinn, Leon Bailey; Jhon Duran, and Ollie Watkins.
Liverpool
Liverpool, on the other hand, comes off a rousing victory against Tottenham, showcasing their offensive strength.
Klopp's team remains unchanged in terms of injuries, with players like Diogo Jota and Thiago Alcantara sidelined.
Andrew Robertson, despite missing some training pictures, is expected to be fit for the game.
Liverpool Predicted Lineup to face Aston Villa
The predicted lineup for Liverpool is Alisson Becker; Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jarell Quansah, Virgil van Dijk, Andrew Robertson; Harvey Elliott, Ao Tanaka, Alexis Mac Allister; Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo, and Luis Diaz.
FAQ
When is the Aston Villa vs Liverpool match scheduled? The match is scheduled for Monday, May 13, 2024, at 8 pm UK time.
Where will the match take place? The game will be held at Villa Park, home of Aston Villa.
What is at stake for Aston Villa in this match? Aston Villa is vying for a spot in European competition next season. A win could help secure their position in the top four of the Premier League.
What has been Liverpool's form going into this match? Liverpool has been in strong form, recently securing a convincing victory against Tottenham and ensuring their place in next season's Champions League.
Are there any key players missing from the Aston Villa squad due to injury? Yes, Aston Villa has several injury concerns. Youri Tielemans, Nicolo Zaniolo, and several others are doubtful, impacting the team's lineup.
How has Aston Villa performed at home this season? Aston Villa has had a mixed record at home recently, winning only three of their last eight Premier League games at Villa Park after a historically strong performance earlier in the season.
What was the result of the last meeting between these two teams? In their last encounter, Liverpool secured a 3-0 victory over Aston Villa in September at Anfield.
