Buendia And Digne To Start | 4-2-3-1 Aston Villa Predicted Lineup Vs Liverpool

Pau Torres will offer cover for the centre-back positions on the bench.

BURNLEY, ENGLAND – MAY 10: John McGinn of Aston Villa reacts in the tunnel prior to the Premier League match between Burnley and Aston Villa at Turf Moor on May 10, 2026 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Midfield

Youri Tielemans and Victor Lindelof will anchor the midfield for the West Midlands club as they focus on establishing their superiority over the opposition at the centre of the park.

The gifted trio of Emi Buendia, Morgan Rogers and John McGinn will play just ahead of them as part of the Aston Villa attack. All three of them need to be at the top of their game if the Villans are to secure a convincing win this Friday night.

Ross Barkley, Douglas Luiz and Leon Bailey will be available for selection on the bench as they wait for their chance to impress in the second 45 minutes if needed.

Attack

Ollie Watkins will spearhead Emery’s attack up top. He has to find a way to be a constant menace on the offensive end of the field.

Tammy Abraham will make up the numbers on the bench and might come on to make an impact in the final quarter of the game if the Villans are in need of a goal by then.