Aston Villa must improve their away form if they wish to challenge for a top-four spot and their loss against Nottingham Forest has highlighted this weakness that must be rectified immediately.

Jurgen Klopp is confident Darwin Nunez will find his goalscoring form after witnessing him create chances in Liverpool’s 3-1 win at Aston Villa, noting his outstanding work rate and dedication to creating chances.

1. Luton Town

Darwin Nunez is slowly dispelling any remaining doubts surrounding his first year at Liverpool. Now, the Uruguayan has found a good rhythm to his game; his shots from outside of the penalty area are improving while so too has his defensive work-rate.

Chiedozie Ogbene broke through Liverpool’s defensive wall to find himself one-on-one with Alisson but unfortunately squared his ball to nobody and was quickly surrounded by defenders, leading to no end result.

Aston Villa have come into London carrying the highest Expected Goals away from home in the Premier League, but their misfire could have proved disastrous for them. Aston Villa must now become more effective in the final third to prevent their poor run of results from continuing – this match-up holds immense significance for both sides.

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2. Manchester City

After an underwhelming debut season that saw Nunez come under criticism for some shocking misses, it seemed reasonable to question if he had what it takes to remain an irreplaceable striker at Liverpool. However, Nunez silenced critics with an impressive performance against Aston Villa on Sunday: 3-1 victory!

Although he did not keep a clean sheet, his defensive work-rate was impressive and his passing steadily improved during the game. Furthermore, his attacking instincts also showed as he set up Stefan Bajcetic for his debut Liverpool goal at 18 years old.

John Aldridge believes Tyneside hero Jordan Rhodes could score 30 goals this campaign, believing his performance against Newcastle as proof. “He showed signs of being capable against us last night,” the Scottish striker stated.

3. Manchester United

Nunez may be seen by his detractors as unsuitable for playing up top, with many citing his miss against Luton as evidence he should not. Yet Nunez cannot be subdued; his aggressive style dictates his play.

Nunez didn’t score against Villa, but he created plenty of openings that led to Stefan Bajcetic scoring their third goal and receiving a standing ovation from travelling supporters. Klopp has no doubts that Nunez will soon find his goalscoring touch at Liverpool.

Villa Park supporters want their team to break free from its top six hold, but that will require greater consistency away from home. Nunez can do his part by improving his defensive work rate and possession won figures.

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4. Leicester City

Nunez made an immediate impactful return for Liverpool after his stellar performances against Karlsruher and Greuther Furth, taking full advantage of every chance presented. Facing close attention from a defender, Nunez executed his poacher’s finish flawlessly to put Liverpool in the lead.

His goal was the result of tireless off-ball work as he regularly pressured Leicester defenders for possession. That off-ball effort has seen him rank only behind Fabinho and Jordan Henderson this season in terms of tackles made and balls won; an integral part of his game that should earn him time in the first team; should this start turning into goals it could become his golden ticket to success.

5. Aston Villa

Villa may not have had its best moment but still had plenty to play for in this game. Both Nicolo Zaniolo and Jack Grealish had opportunities but failed to convert them into goals.

Leon Bailey hit several poor shots from distance while Moussa Diaby and Youri Tielemans had shots saved by debutant goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos on an unsuccessful day for Midlands side.

Villa Park may have felt lively against Luton – which will only intensify their desire for Europe – but Nunez must work harder with his side away from home if he hopes to realise their ambitions – they have conceded 187 shots this season without winning away, an alarming statistic that must change quickly if Villa want their dreams of Europe to become reality.