Substitutes:

Harvey Elliott: 5/10

Elliott slotted into the midfield and helped Liverpool see out the win comfortably.

Cody Gakpo: 4/10

With Liverpool content to see the game out, Gakpo struggled to get involved after coming on and had only six touches in 25-odd minutes.

Diogo Jota: 5/10

Jota looked to use his pace and dribbling skills to get in behind the Villa defence but did not make a real impact on proceedings.

Video credits: Liverpool FC website

Jarell Quansah: 5/10

Quansah replaced Alexander-Arnold for the final 20-odd minutes and showed great composure during his time on the pitch.

Wataru Endo: N.A.

Endo terraria as only on the pitch for the final couple of minutes of the game.