A midweek Premier League match clouded in controversy arrives at Villa Park, as eighth-placed Aston Villa host league leaders Liverpool in a fixture that neither side wanted at this juncture of their campaigns.
Villa’s frustration at the Premier League’s rejection of their rescheduling request adds an extra edge to an already charged encounter. The club faces a punishing schedule of five matches in 14 days, while having just one Premier League fixture in the whole of March. This scheduling could prove decisive in how both teams approach the match.
Key Details
- Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025
- Kick-off: 19:30 (UK Time)
- Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham
- Where to Watch: TNT Sports
Current Form
Aston Villa’s Season
Unai Emery faces his greatest test of the season, managing an injury-depleted squad through a punishing schedule of five matches in 14 days. The injury crisis couldn’t have come at a worse time, with Ollie Watkins, Pau Torres, Tyrone Mings, Matty Cash, Amadou Onana, and Ross Barkley all sidelined. The recent addition of Ezri Konsa to the treatment room further adds to Villa’s defensive concerns.
Despite these challenges, Villa’s home form remains impressive. Their average of 1.42 goals per match, while modest compared to Liverpool’s numbers, masks their ability to control games through possession.
Liverpool’s Season
Arne Slot’s league leaders arrive at Villa Park demonstrating why they’re considered title favorites. Their statistics tell the entire story: 17 wins from 24 matches, a league-leading 58 goals scored (an average of 2.42 per game), and just 23 conceded (0.96 per match). Their 10 clean sheets this season suggest a defensive solidity that complements their attacking prowess.
Just like their opponent, the challenge for Liverpool lies in their own congested schedule – this match falls between crucial fixtures against Wolves and Manchester City, forming part of a demanding run of six matches in 18 days.
Aston Villa vs Liverpool: Recent Head-to-Head Meetings
| Date | Competition | Result |
| November 9, 2024 | Premier League | Liverpool 2-0 Aston Villa |
| May 13, 2024 | Premier League | Aston Villa 3-3 Liverpool |
| September 3, 2023 | Premier League | Liverpool 3-0 Aston Villa |
| May 20, 2023 | Premier League | Liverpool 1-1 Aston Villa |
| December 26, 2022 | Premier League | Aston Villa 1-3 Liverpool |
Liverpool last met Aston Villa in November with a solid 2-0 home victory, but their previous meeting at Villa Park resulted in a six-goal draw (3-3). In the five most recent encounters, goals have been plentiful – 17 in total, with Liverpool scoring 12 and Villa 5. Liverpool have kept clean sheets in two of these games, both coming in home victories (2-0 and 3-0).
Statistical Insights & Facts
- Mohamed Salah leads both the scoring (22 goals) and assist (14) charts
- Ollie Watkins, despite his current injury, remains Villa’s top scorer with 10 goals
- Liverpool’s defensive improvement is stark: 10 clean sheets compared to Villa’s 3
- Liverpool create an average of 3.13 chances per match, compared to Villa’s 2.21
Premier League | Aston Villa vs Liverpool: Odds
7bet provides the following odds for the next Premier League match between Aston Villa and Liverpool.
| Market | Selection | Odds |
| 1X2 | Aston Villa | 14/5 |
| Draw | 3/1 | |
| Liverpool | 9/11 | |
| First Goal | Aston Villa | 15/11 |
| No Goal | 17/1 | |
| Liverpool | 7/12 | |
| Double Chance | Aston Villa or Draw | 8/9 |
| Aston Villa or Liverpool | 1/4 | |
| Draw or Liverpool | 3/13 | |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes | 9/17 |
| No | 7/5 | |
| Draw No Bet | Aston Villa | 37/20 |
| Liverpool | 5/13 |
Please note that these odds are accurate at the time of publishing. Make sure to check the latest odds before placing your bet.
The Match-Up
This fixture’s unique circumstances imply tactical considerations for both sides. Villa’s injury crisis forces Emery to reimagine his usual approach, while Liverpool must balance their title ambitions with the looming spectre of a crucial Manchester City clash four days later.
The frustration over the fixture scheduling could serve as either motivation or distraction. Villa’s performances so far prove they shouldn’t be underestimated, even with a depleted squad. Meanwhile, Liverpool arrive as league leaders with the Premier League’s most potent attack and one of its meanest defences.
This game could prove pivotal for both teams’ ambitions – Liverpool’s title chase and Villa’s European aspirations.
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