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Liverpool head to Aston Villa for their final away match of the season on Friday night. Image Credits: Imago ImagesAston Villa and Liverpool kick off the penultimate round of Premier League fixtures this week, with Champions League qualification on the line.The two sides sit fourth and fifth respectively, level on points, with Liverpool ahead on goal difference.
While catching Manchester United in third remains mathematically possible, both teams will be focused on securing a top-five finish with a game to spare.A draw could be enough for both sides, though confirmation may depend on other results, including Bournemouth’s clash with Manchester City.Villa also have a second route into the Champions League, with this fixture coming five days before their Europa League final.Unai Emery faces a selection dilemma after the 2-2 draw with Burnley left work to be done domestically. Arne Slot is set to provide further updates, though Hugo Ekitike, Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni remain long-term absentees.After the 1-1 draw with Chelsea last weekend, Anfield voiced its disapproval, with Liverpool booed off the pitch by their supporters, increasing the pressure on Arne Slot.Liverpool remain in a strong position to qualify for the Champions League, and a win over Aston Villa would all but secure it.
He may avoid the sack, but significant improvement will be required to win back support and turn results around.With Villa likely to rotate ahead of their European final, Liverpool may sense an opportunity and should have enough quality to edge a weakened opposition.How to watch Aston Villa vs LiverpoolThe match will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event in the United Kingdom. Aston Villa premier league
