What is the record between Liverpool and Aston Villa?

A Premier League classic

When Aston Villa and Liverpool meet, it's not just another Premier League match, but a clash steeped in history and tradition. Over the years, these two teams have met 191 times in the top flight of English football , with the record favourable to the Anfield side.

The numbers are clear:

Liverpool have achieved 94 victories , which represents a notable superiority in history.

Aston Villa have achieved 56 victories , proving that, although the 'Red' dominate, the 'Villains' have known how to fight back.

41 draws complete the record, which indicates that on several occasions both teams have shown parity on the field of play.

In terms of goals, Liverpool have scored 340 times , while Aston Villa have found the net 268 times .

Cup duel: when knockout tournaments decide history

Beyond the league, these two clubs have measured their strength in different knockout competitions, such as the FA Cup and the League Cup.

FA Cup: Reds dominate, but with some surprises

Liverpool and Aston Villa have played 9 matches in the FA Cup , with the Anfield side clearly dominating:

7 wins for Liverpool

2 wins for Aston Villa

No draw

At Villa Park, the home side have failed to beat the Reds in this competition, losing on all four occasions they have met there. However, on neutral ground, each team has recorded one victory, proving that in decisive scenarios, Villa can spring an upset.

League Cup: Aston Villa have known how to strike

In the League Cup, the match has been more balanced in both of its matches:

1 win for Liverpool

1 win for Aston Villa

Curiously, in this competition, the 'Villains' have achieved one of their most resounding victories, with a shocking 5-0 victory in 2019 , in a match where the 'Reds' played with youth players due to their participation in the Club World Cup.

The overall balance: Liverpool in front, but Villa with a history of its own

Adding up all the competitions in which these teams have met, the numbers reflect Liverpool's superiority, but also Aston Villa's combative role.

204 official matches

103 wins for Liverpool

59 wins for Aston Villa

42 draws

Goals: 367 for the 'Reds' and 287 for the 'Villains'

Aston Villa have been stronger at home, with 64 wins in 101 games at their stadium , which indicates that playing at Villa Park always represents a challenge for Liverpool. However, when the Anfield side have played at home, their dominance is overwhelming, with 59 wins in 96 games .

A new chapter in this rivalry

With over a century of history between these teams, every clash between Aston Villa and Liverpool is an opportunity to write a new page in English football. Liverpool arrive with the weight of history on their side, but Villa have shown that they can surprise at any moment. Will this be the match in which the 'Villains' close the gap in history or will the 'Reds' extend their dominance