The eagerly anticipated Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Liverpool on May 15, 2026, is shaping up to be a thrilling contest. Both teams are locked on 59 points and are positioned fourth and fifth in the league, respectively. With only goal difference separating them, this match at Villa Park is crucial for both sides as they aim to secure a spot in European competitions next season.
Aston Villa’s recent form includes a decisive 4-0 victory in the Europa League, while Liverpool will be looking to bounce back from a narrow defeat to Manchester United. Fans can expect a high-octane encounter as these two formidable teams face off.
Aston Villa – Liverpool: When and Where?
- City: Birmingham
- Stadium: Villa Park
- Date: 15 May 2026
- Hour: 21:00 BST
The match will take place at the iconic Villa Park in Birmingham. Scheduled for Friday, May 15, 2026, the game will kick off at 9:00 PM South African Standard Time (SAST). This fixture is vital for both teams as they battle for a higher league position and a potential European spot.
Aston Villa – Liverpool: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: SuperSport
- Broadcast time: 9:00 PM SAST
South African viewers can catch the live action on SuperSport, the official broadcaster for Premier League matches in the region. The match will be aired at 9:00 PM SAST. Ensure you have an active subscription with SuperSport to enjoy the live broadcast of this exciting encounter. For more details, you can verify the broadcast schedule by visiting Live Soccer TV.
Aston Villa – Liverpool: Predicted Lineups
The stakes are high as Aston Villa hosts Liverpool at Villa Park. With both teams sharing the same points tally, this match could significantly impact their league standings. Aston Villa’s solid home form, coupled with Liverpool’s recent challenges, makes this matchup one to watch.




| 6Ross Barkley |
| 16Andres Garcia |
| 18Tammy Abraham |
| 19Jadon Sancho |
| 21Douglas Luiz |
| 22Ian Maatsen |
| 26Lamare Bogarde |
| 31Leon Bailey |
| 40Marco Bizot |
| 7Florian Wirtz |
| 11Mohamed Salah |
| 14Federico Chiesa |
| 26Andrew Robertson |
| 28Freddie Woodman |
| 42Trey Nyoni |
| 53James McConnell |
| 75Mor Talla Ndiaye |
| 79Will Wright |
Aston Villa Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Aston Villa will rely heavily on their strong lineup to keep the momentum going. The absence of key players due to injuries could impact their strategy, but they have depth in their squad to manage the situation.
- Aston Villa Predicted lineup:
Goalkeeper – Emiliano Martinez
Right back – Matty Cash
Right center back – Ezri Konsa
Left center back – Pau Francisco Torres
Left back – Lucas Digne
Right defensive midfielder – Victor Lindelof
Left defensive midfielder – Youri Tielemans
Right wing – John McGinn
Attacking midfielder – Emiliano Buendia
Left wing – Morgan Rogers
Center forward – Ollie Watkins - Aston Villa injuries and suspensions:
Boubacar Kamara (knee-injury), Alysson Edward (muscle-injury), Amadou Onana (calf-injury)
Liverpool Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Liverpool is expected to field a strong lineup despite several key players being sidelined due to injuries. Their attacking prowess will be crucial in breaking down Villa’s defense.
- Liverpool Predicted lineup:
Goalkeeper – Giorgi Mamardashvili
Right back – Curtis Jones
Right center back – Ibrahima Konate
Left center back – Virgil Van Dijk
Left back – Milos Kerkez
Right defensive midfielder – Ryan Gravenberch
Left defensive midfielder – Alexis Mac Allister
Right wing – Dominik Szoboszlai
Attacking midfielder – Florian Wirtz
Left wing – Cody Gakpo
Center forward – Alexander Isak - Liverpool injuries and suspensions:
Joel Matip, Stefan Bajcetic, Giovanni Leoni, Jayden Danns, Conor Bradley, Wataru Endo, Alisson, Hugo Ekitike, Mohamed Salah, Ibrahima Konate

Boubacar Kamara knee-injury Early July 2026 |
Alysson Edward muscle-injury Doubtful |

Joel Matip cruciate-ligament-injury Out for season |
Stefan Bajcetic hamstring-injury Early August 2026 |
Giovanni Leoni cruciate-ligament-injury Early August 2026 |
Conor Bradley knee-injury Early August 2026 |
Hugo Ekitike achilles-tendon-injury Early January 2027 |
Wataru Endo foot-injury Early July 2026 |
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