The Reds are in a strong position to qualify for Europe’s biggest club competition for next season as a thrilling campaign reaches its climax. They are in third place in the table with seven matches left to play, four points ahead of fourth-placed Chelsea and five points above Manchester City, who are in fifth place.

Aston Villa's Matty Cash attempts a shot on goal, during the English Premier League soccer match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Aston Villa, at the American Express Stadium, in Brighton, England, Wednesday, April 2, 2025. (John Walton/PA via AP) AP

Nuno’s team may not play like a modern superclub — but when facing teams that do, they’ve consistently found a way to thrive