Aston Villa are set to host Liverpool in a crucial Monday night Premier League clash as they aim to secure a coveted spot in next season’s Champions League. Unai Emery’s side currently sit in fourth place, four points ahead of Tottenham in fifth, with two matches left to play. A defeat to Liverpool could leave them vulnerable heading into the final weekend of the season.
Liverpool, on the other hand, are coming off a 4-2 victory against Tottenham in their last outing, bouncing back from a Merseyside derby loss to Everton. While the Reds have already secured third place, they will be looking to end Jurgen Klopp’s tenure at the club on a high note, starting with a win over Villa tonight.
The match at Villa Park is crucial for both teams, with Villa needing a win to guarantee their place in the Champions League next season. Liverpool will be aiming to spoil their plans and potentially swing the momentum back in Tottenham’s favor.
As the teams prepare to face off, all eyes will be on the outcome of this match and its implications for the race for the top four. Stay tuned for live updates, team news, and line-ups as we build up to kick-off at 8pm BST. It promises to be an exciting and high-stakes encounter between two top Premier League sides.