Aston Villa is gearing up for their huge home game against Liverpool on Monday night (8pm, Sky Sports), and they might play in the Champions League next season.

Notwithstanding the fact that his team has recently struggled with injuries, Unai Emery will attempt to start his strongest lineup.

The Reds will be hoping that the midweek Europa Conference League setback to Villa has had an impact on their overall health as they attempt to give Jurgen Klopp a winning send-off in the final two games.

TEAM NEWS AND INJURIES FOR ASTON VILLA
Youri Tielemans: The groin injury the Belgian midfielder suffered during the 2-2 draw with Chelsea has kept him out of action for the past three games. Tielemans is “close” to making a comeback, according to Emery, and he might play against Liverpool.

Morgan Rogers: During last weekend’s match against Brighton, the teenage forward suffered a muscular injury that prevented him from recovering in time for the Europa Conference League match against Olympiacos. He is still questionable for the Liverpool match.

Alex Moreno: The Spanish left-back missed the second leg of the match against Olympiacos due to a minor injury. After a few days of recuperation, Emery suggested that Moreno might be available for the match against Anfield.

Nicolo Zaniolo: Because of his ongoing pain, the Italian forward is still questionable. Zaniolo is still uncomfortable with his injury, according to Emery, but he anticipates that things will get better in the days leading up to Monday’s game.

What has Aston Villa’s performance been like before the Liverpool game? Recently, Aston Villa has experienced varied outcomes. They were eliminated from the Europa Conference League in the semi-finals after falling to Olympiacos 6-2 on aggregate. They are still very much in the running to finish in the top four in the Premier League, though.

What is required of Aston Villa in order to guarantee a Champions League spot? Villa needs three points to secure a spot in the Champions League the following year. But, if Spurs lose to Burnley Villa on Saturday, they will already be guaranteed a spot in the Monday night match against Liverpool.

Who among Liverpool should Villa be wary of? Mohamed Salah’s quickness and precise finishing skills make him a major threat even now. Additionally, Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz can stretch defenses with their movement, while Trent Alexander-Arnold’s inventiveness from deep poses a serious threat.