It gives Arne Slot's side the chance to extend their lead atop the table to 10 points, albeit they will have played a game more than nearest challengers Arsenal. WATCH – Aston Villa v LiverpoolUnai Emery's Aston Villa coughed up two points at home at the weekend as they couldn’t get past Ipswich Town who had been reduced to 10 players in the first half.

Liverpool missed the chance to move 10 points clear at the top of the Premier League but avoided defeat as Aston Villa battled to a thrilling 2-2 draw and hand hope to title race challenges Arsenal. The leaders were gifted the opening goal as defender Andres Garcia passed straight to Diogo Jota and the forward squared to Mohamed Salah for his 24th goal of the season.

Liverpool and Aston Villa will meet in a Premier League clash on Wednesday at Villa Park in Birmingham. The Reds are looking to extend their lead in the standings and a win over Aston could give them a 10-point lead over Arsenal.