Liverpool Premier League title push took a hit after a 2-2 draw against Aston Villa. Mohamed Salah opened the scoring, but Youri Tielemans and Ollie Watkins put Villa ahead. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s deflected strike secured a point, while Darwin Nunez missed a golden chance late on. Liverpool remains unbeaten in 22 league games but leads Arsenal by only eight points.
Ahead of the crucial title race, Liverpool’s Premier League hopes took a hit after a thrilling 2-2 draw against Aston Villa on Wednesday. The result extended Liverpool’s unbeaten league run to 22 games but left them just eight points ahead of second-placed Arsenal, who have a game in hand. Mohamed Salah opened the scoring with his 29th goal of the season after a defensive mistake by Andres Garcia. However, Villa quickly equalized through Youri Tielemans’ classy volley following a poorly cleared free-kick.
Ollie Watkins then put Villa ahead with a header from Lucas Digne’s cross, leaving Liverpool trailing at halftime. The Reds responded strongly, with Trent Alexander-Arnold leveling the score on the hour mark after his shot deflected off Tyrone Mings. Substitute Darwin Nunez missed a golden opportunity to secure the win, firing over an open goal after being set up by Dominik Szoboszlai.
Villa also had late chances, with Jacob Ramsey’s goal ruled out for offside and near misses from Morgan Rogers and Donyell Malen. While Liverpool remains atop the table, the draw gives Arsenal renewed hope, especially with Liverpool facing a tough trip to Manchester City next.
