There are many rivers to cross for Liverpool between now and the end of the campaign as they chase silverware on three fronts. Every game they play will be of significant value in whatever competition on any given matchday. But, when we get to this point, what really matters is that you win and not how you do that.

Liverpool face Aston Villa on Wednesday knowing they could go 10 points clear if they win, or see their lead cut to four if they lose. The team is looking tired, but could it be the start of a wobble?