Liverpool continued their good form with a five goal thrashing of fifth placed Aston Villa. Villa, who are desperate to get a top four finish this season, were basically humiliated at the mighty hands of Liverpool. Liverpool are now just one point behind Man U and have a better goal difference, after Manchester United lost by two goals at Craven Cottage against Fulham.
The game was played at Anfield. The first goal came when Liverpool got a free kick outside the penalty box. Gerrard's free kick was a beauty and found Alonso, who headed against the woodwork. Kuyt however, was as quick as lightning to get to the rebound and he blasted the ball into the back of the net. Reina, who has proven himself as a good goalkeeper, decided to help out in attack! His kick found Reira nicely and the left-footed winger took the volley well to make it 2-0 to Liverpool. Still in the first half, Reira was brought down inside the box a penalty was awarded. Gerrard stepped up to take the penalty and he made no mistake in giving Liverpool a good lead going into half time.
Soon, the second half began and Liverpool were in a very comfortable position. Aston Villa could feel the pressure and clumsily gave Liverpool a free kick right outside the six-yard box. Gerrard placed the free kick nicely into the bottom corner, 4-0! For a third consecutive game, Liverpool had scored four goals. But it was not all over yet. Torres, who had a quiet night, broke clear of the Villa defence only to be brought down by goalkeeper Freidel. As a result of that, the Villa keeper was sent off and a second penalty of the game was given. Gerrard completed his hat-trick as he slotted home the penalty. It was fantastic game as Liverpool showed what they were made of. They brushed Villa aside gracefully with perfect ease. They played as if they were the reigning champions and could be just that if this form continues and they get a bit of luck.
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