Aston Villa win the Champions League battle and leave Liverpool’s season at breaking point

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He may also end up consigning Liverpool to his favourite competition, the Europa League. Dominik Szoboszlai recorded two assists at Villa Park, taking his tally for the season to 12, but his night is destined to be remembered for his involvement in another goal.

As Szoboszlai lost his footing and the ball, he allowed Morgan Rogers to provide the dynamic Ollie Watkins with the first of his brace. John McGinn may get his hands on the Europa League trophy in Istanbul; his left foot illuminated this game, his glorious curler bringing Villa’s fourth goal.

In his 53rd appearance of the season, he looked fresh as he overpowered Liverpool. Watkins' double helped Villa to an impressive win over Liverpool (AP)John McGinn added Villa's fourth to complete the win (PA)Their opener stemmed from a short corner, MacPhee delighted as Liverpool were caught out and Lucas Digne passed to Rogers, who curled in a shot.