Match Overview
Aston Villa will host Liverpool in round 37 of the English Premier League 2023/24 season․ The match takes place on Monday, May 13th, at Villa Park in Birmingham, with kickoff scheduled for 19⁚00 UTC․ The two teams have a long and storied history, with Liverpool holding a clear advantage in recent encounters; Aston Villa, however, will be looking to end their poor run against Liverpool and secure a vital victory in their pursuit of Champions League qualification․ The match is expected to be a tight affair, with both teams boasting attacking firepower and the potential for goals․
Team Form and Recent Results
Aston Villa has been in impressive form recently, winning their last three matches and scoring 10 goals in the process․ They have been particularly strong at home, winning their last four matches at Villa Park․ Liverpool, on the other hand, has struggled for consistency in recent weeks, losing three of their last five matches․ They did, however, secure a crucial 4-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in their last match, which helped boost their morale and potentially give them a late push for Champions League qualification․
Head-to-Head Records
Historically, Liverpool has dominated this fixture․ Aston Villa has won just one of their last 12 Premier League matches against Liverpool, with the most recent victory being a famous 7-2 win at Villa Park in October 2020․ However, Liverpool has won more Premier League away games against Aston Villa than they have against any other opponent (16), showcasing their dominance on the road against the Villans․
Key Players and Injuries
For Aston Villa, Ollie Watkins will be a key player to watch․ He is a proven goalscorer and will be looking to add to his tally against a vulnerable Liverpool defense․ For Liverpool, Mohamed Salah is always a threat, and his pace and finishing ability could cause problems for the Villa backline․ However, Liverpool will be without Virgil van Dijk, who is suspended after being sent off in their previous match․ This absence will be a significant blow to their defensive solidity․
Betting Odds and Predictions
Liverpool are odds-on favorites to beat Aston Villa this weekend․ While Villa have been in good form, Liverpool’s experience and quality make them a strong contender․ The odds for Aston Villa to win are 18/5, while a draw is priced at 16/5․ Despite this, the potential for a high-scoring game makes it an attractive proposition for bettors․ The over/under 2․5 goals is a popular market, with the over priced at 200․ This reflects the attacking styles of both teams and the possibility of an open encounter․
Best Bets and Tips
Given the recent form of both teams and the likelihood of goals, a bet on ‘over 2․5 goals’ at odds of 200 appears to be a strong option․ With Liverpool’s attacking prowess and Aston Villa’s scoring ability٫ this seems like a realistic outcome․ Another interesting bet could be ‘both teams to score’ at odds of 155․ The match could be a high-scoring affair٫ with both teams likely to find the back of the net․ For more specific bets٫ ‘Ollie Watkins to score anytime’ at odds of 8/5 is worth considering․ Watkins has been in excellent form for Villa٫ and he will be looking to add to his goal tally against Liverpool․
Live Streaming Information
Fans in the UK can catch the live action on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League․ For those outside the UK, Fubo, Peacock, and Telemundo Deportes En Vivo will be broadcasting the match․ You can also find live updates and highlights on various sports websites and apps․
Where to Watch
For viewers in the UK, the match will be televised live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League․ Alternatively, fans can watch the game on Now Premier League (620) or Now Premier League 1 (621)․
The clash between Aston Villa and Liverpool promises to be an enthralling encounter, with both teams having plenty to play for․ Aston Villa will be aiming to secure a crucial win in their quest for Champions League qualification, while Liverpool will be looking to end their season on a high note․ With both sides boasting attacking talent and a penchant for goals, the match is set to be a captivating affair for fans and bettors alike․