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.

All three Premier League clubs on same side of draw as Liverpool face PSG, Arsenal play PSV and Villa meet Club Brugge

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.