Ollie Watkins

Liverpool vs Aston Villa: Arne Slot Faces ‘Defining’ Anfield Clash

Liverpool vs Aston Villa – Premier League Preview Date: Saturday, 1st November 2025 Venue: Anfield Kick-off: 20:00 BST Liverpool return to Premier League action under the Anfield lights on Saturday night, facing an Aston Villa side once again thriving under Unai Emery while Arne Slot battles to keep his Liverpool project from collapsing entirely. Four straight league defeats...

Four Aston Villa stars set to miss Liverpool clash through injury

Liverpool vs Aston Villa Team News Two clubs with sharply defined ambitions collide at Anfield, and the build up carries a whiff of intrigue. Liverpool, champions in 2024-25 and now deep into Arne Slot’s second campaign, seek rhythm after a jolt in midweek. Aston Villa arrive hoping to spring a surprise without several key figures....

The PFA Awards Signalled the Start of Liverpool’s New Dynasty – Opinion

PFA Awards Points to a New LFC Dynasty Liverpool’s 2024/25 Premier League triumph was always going to earn plaudits, yet the PFA Awards evening seemed to underline just how far Arne Slot’s project has come in such a short space of time. Mohamed Salah, crowned PFA Players’ Player of the Year, was the natural figurehead...

Journalist Provides Update on Liverpool’s Pursuit of Alexander Isak

Liverpool’s Transfer Focus Turns to Alexander Isak Amid Striker Market Shifts In an evolving summer window, Liverpool’s pursuit of Alexander Isak continues to dominate headlines, with the situation now hinging on Newcastle United’s ability to find suitable replacements. Speaking to Dave Davis for Anfield Index, journalist David Lynch outlined the delicate balance of factors influencing...

Fabrizio Romano: Liverpool to ‘Bid Again’ for Alexander Isak After £110m Bid Rejected

Fabrizio Romano: Liverpool 'Insist' on Signing Alexander Isak This Summer Liverpool have launched their offensive to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United this summer. The Reds have had an opening bid in the region of £110m rejected by Newcastle, but that won't be the end of the saga. With a spend of approximately £260m already this...

Report: Three Way Battle For Coveted “Prolific” Free Agent

Liverpool Eye Lille Striker as Summer Transfer Target Liverpool are exploring the possibility of signing Jonathan David in the upcoming summer transfer window as they look to strengthen their attacking options under incoming manager Arne Slot. The Reds, however, are set to face stiff competition for the Lille forward, with multiple European clubs also keen...

Liverpool stumble at Villa Park ahead of crucial Man City clash

Aston Villa 2 - 2 Liverpool - The PL Postmortem The atmosphere at Villa Park was intense and expectant before kick-off as these two Champions League rivals looked to take control of this midweek battle. Below is how the team lined up, with match details following. https://twitter.com/anfieldindex/status/1892330464372773035?s=46 The Starting Eleven GK - Alisson Becker RB - Trent Alexander...

Liverpool’s Finishing Issues Resurface in Stalemate With Aston Villa

Liverpool and Aston Villa Share the Spoils: Post Match Analysis from Anfield Index Liverpool's trip to Villa Park ended in frustration as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Aston Villa. Despite leading early through Mohamed Salah, defensive lapses and missed chances saw the Reds drop points in their Premier League title charge. On...

Match Report: Liverpool’s Lead Cut as Aston Villa Battle to Hard-Fought Draw

Liverpool Held in Entertaining Draw with Aston Villa in Premier League Battle Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League but were made to work for a point in a 2-2 draw against Aston Villa. It was a night of defensive uncertainty and missed opportunities for Arne Slot’s side, who saw Mohamed...

Jan Mølby’s LFC Preview: “Watkins is unsettled, and Villa will struggle defensively”

Liverpool’s Challenge at Villa Park: Jan Mølby’s Insights on the Premier League Clash Liverpool travel to Villa Park this week with a chance to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table. With Aston Villa dealing with injuries and inconsistency, the Reds will look to exploit their weaknesses. On Molby On The...