Liverpool vs Aston Villa
Premier League
Sunday
3rd September 2023
Anfield
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of game week 4 of the Premier League fixture between Liverpool and Aston Villa.
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Liverpool form analysis
Liverpool’s league form leading into September has been inconsistent. Producing 2 wins, and 3 draws from their last 5 games.
They ended last season unevenly, throwing away a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 at home with Wolves before another dramatic 4-4 draw away at Southampton after leading twice.
That form has continued early on this campaign. They kicked off the season drawing against Chelsea on the road in a contest that ended with a goal to both teams’ names. They beat Bournemouth as they doubled their lead despite the sending off of Alexis Mac Allister. The club then pulled off one of the biggest comebacks in the league’s history after overturning a deficit, despite losing their captain.
Overall, it’s been a mixed start to 2022-23 for Liverpool as they struggle to find their usual high standards. Conceding first in games and defensive errors has cost them points already. But the attacking trident of Salah, Diaz and the man in form Nunez still poses a formidable threat.
Aston Villa form analysis
Aston Villa’s league form leading into September has been good, producing 3 wins,1 draw and just 1 defeat from their last 5 games.
They ended last season strongly, undefeated in their final 3 matches including an impressive victory over Champions League-chasing Brighton and a draw against Liverpool.
That form has continued into the new campaign under their manager Emery. Convincing home wins against Everton (4-0) and Southampton (1-0) have been the highlights so far. However, their only defeat in a 1-5 thrashing away at big-spending Newcastle is hard to ignore.
Overall, it’s been a promising start to the season for Villa. Led by summer signings they look an improved balanced side capable of pushing for a European spot.
