Aston Villa vs Liverpool Odds and Betting Tips

Andre Sanchez - August 30th, 2008 .

Liverpool travels to Villa Park to take on a side that like themselves has had a mixed start to the 08/09 season, expert handicapper Andre Sanchez brings you the latest Liverpool v Aston Villa odds and his betting tips.

Liverpool has failed to impressive in their champions league qualification but delivered to expectations in the premier league. Aston Villa also started domestic campaign impressively with 4-2 victory of Manchester City, only to fall to a last minute goal to new comers Stoke last week. The away side enters the match as a narrow favorite as they look to extended their perfect domestic record with three consecutive wins, their most impressive start to a season for well over a decade.

Odds - Full Time Result

Aston Villa Win (2.75) Draw (3.2) Liverpool Win (2.5)

Asian Handicap (+0.25 Aston Villa)

Aston Villa (1.71) Liverpool (2.15)

Team News

The Reds will be without captain Steven Gerrad for three weeks after he opted for groin surgery mid week. Midfielders Javier Mascherano and Lucas Leiva return to action while defender Sami Hyypia is unlikely to start due a hamstring complaint.

Midfielder Gareth Barry will be the centre of attention for both sets of supporters. He takes on the team he looked almost certain to join. After resting several players mid week Villa see the return of John Carew, Ashley Young, Martin Laursen, Stiliyan Petrov, with Carlos Cuellar another option for manager Martin O’Neill.

Aston Villa

The upset loss to Stoke tarnished a otherwise impressive start to the season. It was just the reality check needed for ta team that looked to have gained some serious momentum early. Offensively they been more than impressive however their defense looks like a major concern. They’re creating chances and taking them however they’re also conceding a few when they open up.

Liverpool

The Reds survived another close call after flirting with disaster on Wednesday. The win in extra time comes after late goals saved them against Sunderland and Middlesbrough. This is definitely not a Liverpool side that is anywhere near their best. They’ve looked vulnerable and without Gerrard they’re simply not the same side.

The Tip

There is no doubt the Reds require a convincing win here after the close call mid-week. A loss will certainly put manger Rafa Benitez under some early pressure. However I think Villa will be a force this season as they look to reach new heights. Liverpool are coming off three consecutive close calls and with skipper Steven Gerrad out with injury their early season fortune has run out. Villa has the offensive quality to earn a result. Prediction (1:1) Bet Villa (+0.25 Asian Handicap) at PaddyPower.com .

 

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