Liverpool defeated Aston Villa 2-0 at Anfield, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League table to five points and securing their sixth clean sheet. Goals from Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah, who ran from the halfway line to score, secured the victory for Liverpool. Salah's goal and assist in the match increased his tally to eight goals and six assists in the league this season, making him the player with the most goal contributions in the Premier League so far. He is also the first player in Europe's top five leagues to score 10 goals and provide 10 assists across all competitions this season, totaling 20 goal contributions in 17 games. Under manager Arne Slot, Liverpool have won 15 out of 17 matches, with Van Dijk and Konate imperious in defense. Liverpool frequently exploited Aston Villa's set-pieces, launching three counter-attacks from Villa's corners. Anfield's atmosphere was vibrant as Liverpool's victory demonstrated their impressive form. Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, suffered their fourth consecutive defeat, lacking quality in the final third despite some good moments.
