Liverpool and Aston Villa will both be looking to avoid and end streaks when they on Saturday evening.

Despite enduring contrasting starts to the campaign, the two sides sit level on points in the , seven adrift of leaders Arsenal.

As such, Villa make the trip to Merseyside with Unai Emery 's side full of confidence at a time when Arne Slot 's team appear bereft of belief.

With Liverpool well-rested after Slot dropped a hatful of players for Wednesday's EFL Cup tie with Crystal Palace and Villa having a free midweek, both teams come into this contest prepared.

Nevertheless, there are reasons why neither team will feel particularly confident of recording maximum points.

Villa bidding to end dismal streak

In their last 30 matches against defending Premier League champ

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