Aston Villa vs Liverpool: Premier League preview, predictions and bet builder tips

Aston Villa vs Liverpool match details

• Fixture: Aston Villa vs Liverpool

• Competition: Premier League

• Date: Friday, 15 May, 2026

• Kick-off: 20:00 BST

• Venue: Villa Park

Aston Villa vs Liverpool match prediction

Our prediction: Aston Villa 1-1 Liverpool

Aston Villa vs Liverpool predicted lineups

Aston Villa

Our predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Martinez / Cash, Konsa, Mings, Maatsen / Lindelof, Tielemans / McGinn, Barkley, Rogers / Watkins

Liverpool

Our predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Mamardashvili / Jones, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez / Mac Allister, Gravenberch / Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Gakpo / Isak

Aston Villa vs Liverpool bet builder tips

Liverpool to win or draw

Liverpool may not be in outstanding form right now, but Aston Villa’s recent league results haven’t been much better. The Reds have won five of their last ten Premier League matches and currently sit fourth in the table, just ahead of Villa on goal difference.

While Villa spent much of the season involved in the title race, their recent focus has clearly shifted towards the Europa League, where they have reached the final.

Unai Emery’s side have won just two of their last ten Premier League games, and with a major European final coming up just five days later, rotation and squad management could be a factor.

Liverpool also boast an impressive recent record in this fixture, going unbeaten in their last 11 matches against Aston Villa in all competitions. Their last defeat to Villa came back in the unforgettable 7-2 loss at Villa Park in 2020.

Given Villa’s divided focus and Liverpool’s strong record in this fixture, our experts are backing the Reds to avoid defeat.

Both teams to score

Both sides have looked vulnerable defensively in recent weeks, but still carry enough attacking quality to find the back of the net.

Aston Villa have failed to keep a clean sheet in each of their last five Premier League matches and have managed just four league shutouts throughout 2026. However, they continue to score consistently themselves, averaging roughly a goal per game in the league this calendar year.

Liverpool’s defensive record hasn’t been much stronger either, with the Reds keeping clean sheets in only two of their last ten Premier League games. At the other end of the pitch, Liverpool are averaging 1.9 goals per match across their last ten league fixtures.

Given the defensive issues both sides have shown, backing both teams to score looks a strong option.

Dominik Szoboszlai to have 1+ shot on target

Dominik Szoboszlai has been one of Liverpool’s standout performers this season, despite the Reds’ inconsistent campaign overall.

The Hungarian has featured in a variety of positions throughout the season, including attacking midfield, out wide and even deeper midfield roles, but one constant has remained his willingness to shoot.

Szoboszlai averages two shots per Premier League game and records 0.6 shots on target per match. He also comes into this game in decent form, registering two shots on target across his last two appearances against Chelsea and Man United.

With Liverpool missing several key attacking players through injury, Szoboszlai is likely to take on even greater attacking responsibility at Villa Park. We’re backing him to test Emiliano Martinez at least once.

Morgan Rogers to have 1+ shot on target

Morgan Rogers has often been Aston Villa’s driving force in attack this season and remains one of their most dangerous players heading into this clash.

The former Manchester City youngster averages 0.9 shots on target per Premier League match and has scored nine league goals this season.

Rogers also impressed in the reverse fixture at Anfield earlier in the campaign, registering a shot on target and striking the woodwork.

Against a Liverpool side that has regularly conceded chances this season, Rogers should get opportunities to test the goalkeeper again.

With the prospect of reaching double figures for league goals and potentially securing a place in Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad, expect Rogers to be highly motivated on Friday night.

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