Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(49) 26 Goals 36 (71)
(35) 22 Assists 38 (58)
(6.5) 6.7 Average Ratings 6.8 (6.6)
28.5 Average Age 30.1
182.5 Average Height (cm) 182.9
(0.8) 0.7 Shots pg 1.2 (1)
(49%) 53% Aerial Duel Success 54% (51%)
(0.6) 0.5 Dribbles pg 0.6 (0.5)
(1.5) 1.1 Tackles pg 1.1 (1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Premier League.

Missing Players

Aston Villa
Liverpool
Player Reason Status Rating
Diego Carlos Out 6.1
Philippe Coutinho Out 6.37
Emiliano Martínez Out 6.87
Player Reason Status Rating
Arthur Out N/A
Luis Díaz Out 6.97
Diogo Jota Out 6.74
Roberto Firmino Out 6.85
Virgil van Dijk Doubtful 6.94
Trent Alexander-Arnold Doubtful 7.11
Curtis Jones Out 6.67
James Milner Doubtful 6.34
Ibrahima Konaté Out 6.79

Team News

Aston Villa
Liverpool
  • Robin Olsen is set to start between the sticks with Emiliano Martinez celebrating Argentina's World Cup success.
  • Diego Carlos and Philippe Coutinho miss out for Unai Emery's side.
  • Jurgen Klopp is without Diogo Jota, Luis Diaz and Arthur for the trip to Aston Villa, with Roberto Firmino and Curtis Jones joining the trio on the sidelines.
  • Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold have been struggling with illness, but should be fine to feature here.
  • James Milner sustained a hamstring injury against Manchester City and may miss out, while Ibrahima Konate was part of the France squad that played the World Cup final against France, so is unlikely to feature.

Prediction

  • Aston Villa have made a solid start under Unai Emery, winning their two Premier League games under the watchful eye of the Spaniard as they beat Manchester United and Brighton. Villa have won two of their last four home meetings with Liverpool.
  • The Reds were dumped out of the Carabao Cup by Manchester City on Thursday night as they made a disappointing return to action following the World Cup break. They have won only one of six away league matches this season.
  • Liverpool have their injury issues, while Aston Villa have looked more organised since Emery took charge, and they should feel confident of earning a result on Boxing Day.
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