Trent Alexander-Arnold’s deflected shot beat Emi Martinez as Liverpool then chased victory, with substitute Darwin Nunez blazing a golden chance over the crossbar. At the other end, Donyell Malen flashed a low shot past the post at the death.

Liverpool head to Aston Villa this evening looking to send a huge title race statement by going 10 points clear at the top of the Premier League table. This fixture has been brought forward due to the Reds’ participation in the Carabao Cup Final next month and it presents the opportunity to pile the pressure on Arsenal.