مشاهدة مباراة ليفربول وأستون فيلا

• التعادل أو فوز ليفربول
• أكثر من 2.5 هدف

Anfield plays host to one of the most intriguing fixtures of the Premier League weekend as reigning champions Liverpool, deep in crisis under Arne Slot, face a surging Aston Villa side full of belief. Both clubs are level on 15 points, yet their trajectories could hardly be more different heading into this clash — one side desperate for redemption, the other chasing history.

Arne Slot’s Liverpool find themselves in uncharted waters. Having lost just four of his first 43 Premier League matches in charge (W30, D9), the Dutchman has now doubled that tally in a matter of weeks. Four successive league defeats have plunged the Reds into turmoil, and a fifth straight loss here would equal an unwanted record dating back to September 1953 — the last time Liverpool endured such a run.

That scenario would also make Liverpool only the second reigning Premier League champion (after Leicester City in 2016/17) to lose five consecutive league matches. The statistics paint a bleak picture: in English top-flight history, there have been seven instances of defending champions losing five in a row, and Liverpool are responsible for three of them. Slot urgently needs a performance that halts the slide and restores belief, particularly with the Anfield crowd growing restless.

Unfortunately for Liverpool, they face a Villa side in blistering form. Unai Emery’s men have won four straight Premier League matches, including a statement 1-0 victory over champions Manchester City last weekend. That triumph not only confirmed their top-four credentials but also put them on the verge of history. Should they follow it up with another scalp here, they would become the first side since Leicester in their 2015/16 title-winning campaign to beat both City and Liverpool in consecutive league games.

However, history is not entirely on their side. Aston Villa have won just one of their last 30 away league games (D5, L24) against reigning champions. That long-standing struggle reflects the enormity of the challenge awaiting them at Anfield, where Liverpool will be determined to make a statement and stop the rot.

تاريخ المواجهات المباشرة

Liverpool’s dominance in this fixture offers Slot a glimmer of hope. The Reds are unbeaten in their last ten meetings with Villa across all competitions (W7, D3) and have won six of the last seven league encounters at Anfield (D1).

Their most recent home defeat to Villa came over a decade ago, and with Liverpool having scored in 21 of the last 22 Premier League H2Hs, history suggests the champions tend to find a way through — even when not at their best.

الإحصائيات والتسلسلات الساخنة

• All of Liverpool’s four recent league defeats saw them concede first within the opening 15 minutes.
• Just two of Liverpool’s last nine Premier League home matches have been decided by more than one goal.
• The pre-match favourite has won only two of Aston Villa’s nine league games this season (D3, L4).
• Four of Villa’s last five away fixtures have seen both teams score.

Key Players to Watch and Missing Players

محمد صلاح remains Liverpool’s main source of inspiration. After scoring against Brentford, he now sits just one goal contribution shy of equalling Wayne Rooney’s Premier League record for a single club (276 for Manchester United).

The Egyptian has an excellent record against Villa too, contributing to 13 goals (G8, A5) across previous meetings. If Liverpool are to end their slump, it’s hard to see anyone other than Salah leading the charge.

For Villa, Matty Cash was the unlikely hero in the win over Manchester City, scoring the decisive goal.

The full-back has developed a knack for delivering in big moments, particularly away from home — eight of his last 11 goals have come on the road. His defensive duties will be equally vital, as he faces the daunting task of containing Salah’s threat down Liverpool’s left flank.

Injury-wise, Liverpool’s issues are mounting. Alexander Isak and Jeremie Frimpong have both been ruled out, joining a growing list of absentees that continues to disrupt Slot’s plans. Aston Villa, meanwhile, are without Emiliano Buendia, who is sidelined for a few weeks with a muscle problem.

نظرة عامة تكتيكية

Arne Slot’s tactical identity has come under scrutiny during this rough patch. His 4-2-3-1 setup, reliant on width and high pressing, has looked vulnerable when teams exploit space behind Liverpool’s full-backs. The defensive line’s lack of cohesion has been particularly costly, with the Reds conceding early goals in recent weeks that have forced them to chase games. Slot must find a way to stabilise the back four and ensure Liverpool start sharper.

Unai Emery’s Aston Villa are tactically disciplined and devastating on the counter. Their 4-2-2-2 structure allows them to press in compact units while maintaining width through overlapping full-backs. Villa’s ability to transition quickly and create overloads in wide areas has been key to their success, and they’ll likely look to exploit Liverpool’s defensive fragility again. Expect them to sit deep, absorb pressure, and break at pace through Leon Bailey and Moussa Diaby.

تحليل الرهان

Given recent trends, backing Aston Villa to score first appears a strong option. Liverpool have conceded the opening goal in each of their last four league games — all within the first quarter-hour — and Villa have the firepower to punish them again.

Another enticing bet is both teams to score, which has landed in four of Villa’s last five away fixtures. While Liverpool’s defence looks shaky, they’ve still scored in 15 consecutive home league matches, suggesting this could be another end-to-end contest.

For those seeking more value, Aston Villa to score inside the first 15 minutes could be worth a small punt, given the Reds’ tendency to start slowly.

Prediction: Liverpool 2–2 Aston Villa

This has all the makings of a thrilling, high-intensity battle. Villa’s confidence and attacking rhythm should see them strike early, but Liverpool’s home crowd and individual quality could spark a response. A draw seems the most likely outcome — entertaining, chaotic, and another chapter in Liverpool’s turbulent title defence.

للمزيد من المعلومات عن هذه اللعبة، يمكنك أيضاً زيارة الموقع الإلكتروني:
Liverpool v Aston Villa | 2025/2026 | Premier League | Overview