Liverpool vs Aston Villa Predictions

Liverpool vs Aston Villa predictions for Sunday’s Premier League clash at Anfield. The Reds were impressive against Newcastle in the last weekend. Can they follow up with another positive result against an in-form Aston Villa or will their defensive concerns haunt them again? Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

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Liverpool vs Aston Villa Predictions

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A Titanic Clash at Anfield

Liverpool and Aston Villa, two sides with contrasting tales in recent times, are set to collide in what promises to be a cracking Premier League encounter this Sunday at Anfield. Both sides are coming off the back of some impressive showings, which is sure to make this clash one to remember.

The Tale of the Reds

Fresh off their dramatic last-gasp victory against Newcastle United, Liverpool have showcased their grit, fighting back after Virgil van Dijk’s early dismissal. Their resilience was evident as they managed to overturn a deficit and clinch the game, thanks to Darwin Nunez’s astounding off-the-bench performance. This win is a testament to Jurgen Klopp’s prowess, who now boasts a record 11 consecutive victories against Eddie Howe.

Liverpool’s impressive form is evident, having remained unbeaten in 14 top-flight games since their blip against Manchester City. Anfield has been their fortress, as they’ve not tasted defeat there in the past 13 Premier League outings. However, the Reds have both scored and conceded in their last five fixtures, suggesting a potentially high-scoring game against Villa.

Villa’s Resurgence

Aston Villa, on the other hand, have turned their fortunes around following a shaky start to their campaign. Unai Emery’s side has responded remarkably to the 5-1 drubbing at the hands of Newcastle, amassing four consecutive victories and scoring a whopping 15 goals in the process. The Matty Cash spectacle was in full swing last weekend, with the right-back playing a pivotal role in Villa’s triumph over Burnley.

Villa’s European journey is also on the up, having comfortably sailed past Hibernian in the Europa Conference League qualifiers. The Villa Park outfit, however, will be keen to address their concerning trend of not maintaining clean sheets away from home in the league. Their recent history against the Merseysiders gives them hope, as they managed to hold Liverpool to a draw in their previous Anfield outing, halting the Reds’ five-match winning streak against them.

Team News and Line-ups

Klopp has some key decisions to make, especially with Van Dijk facing suspension and the absence of Ibrahima Konate. Joe Gomez and Joel Matip are likely to be the central defensive pairing protecting Alisson Becker. While Thiago Alcantara remains sidelined, Curtis Jones is expected to feature following his injury recovery.

Emery, for Villa, enjoys a relatively settled squad, with no new injury concerns post their encounters against Hibernian and Burnley. However, the availability of first-choice shot-stopper Emiliano Martinez remains uncertain, casting a shadow over their starting XI.

Predicted Line-ups:

Liverpool: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Matip, Robertson; Mac Allister, Endo, Szoboszlai; Salah, Nunez, Diaz

Aston Villa: Martinez; Konsa, Carlos, Torres; Cash, Kamara, Luiz, Digne; McGinn, Diaby; Watkins

Predictions

1. Match Result: Liverpool Victory

Liverpool have been nothing short of formidable at Anfield. With their unbeaten Premier League streak standing at 13 matches since a Leeds setback last October, it’s hard to bet against Jurgen Klopp’s side. Furthermore, Villa have failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their last seven Premier League away matches, revealing their vulnerability on the road. Although Aston Villa have shown tremendous resilience post their 5-1 defeat to Newcastle, Liverpool’s attacking prowess and their current form make them favourites for this tie. Their late win against Newcastle, despite being down to 10 men, showcases their resilience and ability to turn around tight games.

2. Correct Score: Liverpool 3-1 Aston Villa

Taking a dive into the stats, both sides have showcased attacking intent in their previous outings. Liverpool have both scored and conceded in each of their last five games. Villa, meanwhile, have netted a staggering 15 goals in their last four matches across all competitions. While Liverpool’s defence might be weakened by Van Dijk’s absence, Villa will find it challenging to keep out the Reds’ offensive threat throughout the 90 minutes, especially with players like Salah, Núñez, and Diaz in blistering form. Given these dynamics, a 3-1 victory for the Reds seems a plausible outcome.

3. Goalscorer Prediction: Mohamed Salah

It’s almost impossible to overlook Mohamed Salah when talking about potential goalscorers. Not only has he consistently been one of the Premier League’s top scorers over the past seasons, but his current form also ranks him among Liverpool’s top performers, boasting an average rating of 7.20. He’s already got a goal to his name this season, and given Villa’s defensive record on the road, it would be unsurprising to see the Egyptian find the back of the net once more. Additionally, his ability to be in the right place at the right time, coupled with his penchant for crucial goals in big matches, cements him as our pick for a likely scorer in this fixture.

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