We will dominate from min1 with desire and intensity Villa won't be able to get out their half. Watkins and Ings will be frustrated lonesome figures upfront feeding off scraps.
Gerrard will play a strong team Thursday night, come sunday they will be mentally tired, you really think they'll have the energy to keep switched on and tight at the back?? Mings will probably trip over himself in the box. Coutinho Isn't the same player he was 4 seasons ago he doesnt have the legs to live with KDB, Silva and Rodri he'll go missing in the midfield just like Lazini last week.
Pep just needs to pick defenders that are switched on at the back, Villa can only sit back and wait for a counter-attack or ball over the top. If Walker feels hes ok to play then Pep has to start him. Ake should come in either at CB or LB.