Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher believes that Aston Villa has the potential to achieve a top-four finish in the Premier League, similar to what Newcastle achieved last season.
Carragher’s comments came after Aston Villa’s impressive 4-1 victory over West Ham on Sunday. With goals from Douglas Luiz, Ollie Watkins, and Leon Bailey, the team secured their 11th consecutive home win. Following the victory, Aston Villa has moved up to fifth place in the Premier League table, just two points behind the leaders, Manchester City.
Carragher mentioned Newcastle’s surprising qualification for the Champions League last season despite being written off by many throughout the season. He highlighted the challenge for Aston Villa, particularly with their participation in European football. The team is set to compete in the Europa Conference League, which will result in Thursday-Sunday fixtures after Christmas, potentially impacting their Premier League campaign.
Despite the challenges, Carragher expressed confidence in Aston Villa’s potential success, citing their manager’s strong record in European competitions.
