Liverpool Aim for 10-Point Lead in Rearranged Clash Against Aston Villa
Liverpool have an opportunity to extend their Premier League lead to 10 points when they face Aston Villa on Wednesday night. Originally scheduled for March 15, the match was rescheduled due to Liverpool’s Carabao Cup final commitments. Despite Villa’s request for another postponement due to fixture congestion, the Premier League declined.
Recent Form (Last Six Premier League Games)
- Aston Villa: W2, D3, L1 | Goals For: 7 | Goals Against: 7 | Points: 9
Villa have struggled recently, failing to win their last four league matches. Their last home victories came in mid-January, with recent draws against West Ham and Ipswich. However, they remain in contention for European qualification, sitting six points behind fourth-placed Manchester City. - Liverpool: W4, D2, L0 | Goals For: 13 | Goals Against: 5 | Points: 14
Despite three defeats in all competitions this year, Liverpool remain unbeaten in the league since September. They have dropped six points in 2024 due to draws against Nottingham Forest, Manchester United, and Everton. However, their attacking form remains strong, having scored at least twice in every league match since October (except for a draw at the City Ground).
Where to Watch
The match kicks off at 7:30 PM GMT and will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports.
Team News
- Aston Villa: Six players are ruled out—Boubacar Kamara, Amadou Onana, Ezri Konsa, Matty Cash, Pau Torres, and Ross Barkley. Leon Bailey faces a late fitness test.
- Liverpool: Joe Gomez, Tyler Morton, and Cody Gakpo are sidelined with injuries. Curtis Jones returns after serving a one-match suspension.
Match Prediction
Liverpool need a strong display at Villa Park after recent struggles against Midlands teams. Villa boast an impressive home record, unbeaten in all competitions since last October. However, with Mohamed Salah, Diogo Jota, and Luis Díaz in attack, Liverpool have the firepower to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory.
