Liverpool vs Aston Villa Prediction & Betting Tips - Premier League

Prediction published on 06/12/2021, 14:02  by Joseph King | Modified on 06/12/2021 at 15:02 in Premier League Predictions

Aston Villa travel to Anfield to take on a scorching hot Liverpool side in what promises to be a captivating matchday 15 encounter. The visitors have risen to tenth in the table with 19 points after an impressive come from behind win against Leicester in their last match. The home side currently sit in second place with 34 points after a dramatic 94th minute winner against a stubborn Wolves team - putting them just one point behind league leaders Manchester City. Steven Gerrard makes his long-awaited return to the Kop faithful, only this time as manager of the opposing team. The Reds legendary midfielder has enjoyed a fine start to his Premier League managerial career, winning three of his last four matches.

Liverpool continue their blistering goal scoring pace and are the most exciting team to watch in the league. Jurgen Klopp’s men lead the league in goals, netting 44 in 15 matches and have kept a clean sheet in their last four home matches across all competitions. Liverpool have started matches strongly this season, going into half time with a lead in 10 of 15 matches. They have managed to get on the score sheet in every competitive match they have played so far. Aston Villa, on the other hand, have struggled during the first half while being a much better second half team. The Claret and Blue have only managed to score five first half goals compared to 16 second half goals.