What needs to happen for Liverpool to secure Champions League place vs Aston Villa

High stakes: The teams are locked on 59 points, with both looking likely to secure top-five finishes, which will be enough to secure Champions League football. The Reds hold the edge courtesy of their superior goal difference, +12 to Villa's +4. Bournemouth, who are four points back in sixth, are the biggest threat. Qualification scenarios: Victory for either side would move them three points clear of the other and seven ahead of Bournemouth, who do not play until they host Manchester City on Tuesday, securing a top-five finish no matter what. A draw or defeat would pile the pressure on Arne Slot's side and potentially lead to a final-day decider, depending on how Bournemouth fare against City. Match location and kick-off: The game is scheduled to take place at Villa Park. Kick-off is set for 8pm on Friday May 15, marking the beginning of a crucial penultimate weekend of top-flight action. UK television coverage: Supporters in the UK can watch the match live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event. The broadcast coverage starts at 7pm, providing an hour of pre-match analysis and team news before kick-off. Live streaming in the UK: The match can be streamed online via the Sky Go app for existing Sky Sports subscribers on their mobile devices or laptops. Alternatively, those without a contract can access the game through a NOW Sports Membership, which works on smart TVs, consoles and the NOW app. Watching in the US: American viewers can tune in to the fixture via the NBC network and its dedicated sports channels. The game is also available for live streaming on Peacock, which requires a premium subscription to access the full 90 minutes of coverage. Radio coverage and audio: National radio commentary will be provided by talkSPORT. Additionally, Liverpool fans can listen to club-specific commentary on BBC Radio Merseyside or through the official Liverpool FC website and app. Latest team news: Liverpool are expected to be without several key players, though Mohamed Salah is likely to feature from the bench after a recent knock. Aston Villa face a midfield crisis, with both Boubacar Kamara and Amadou Onana sidelined, potentially forcing Unai Emery into a tactical reshuffle. Head-to-head record history: Liverpool have dominated this fixture recently and are undefeated in their last 11 meetings against the West Midlands side. In recent seasons, the Reds have consistently scored at least two goals per game at Villa Park. READ MORE: Arne Slot comes out fighting as he responds to speculation over Liverpool job