Aston Villa Stun Liverpool With Unbelievable 7-2 Victory

Hat-trick Hero Watkins Fires Villa to Second Place

Sensational Display Leaves Liverpool Reeling

A remarkable hat-trick from Ollie Watkins has propelled Aston Villa to second place in the Premier League after a stunning 7-2 victory over reigning champions Liverpool.

The result is a major shock, with Liverpool having lost just three times in the league all season. It is also the first time the Reds have conceded seven goals in a single game since May 1963.

Villa were clinical in front of goal, with Watkins opening the scoring in the fourth minute and adding two more before half-time. John McGinn and Ross Barkley also got on the scoresheet, while Liverpool's goals came from Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane.

The victory is a huge boost for Aston Villa, who are now just two points behind leaders Manchester City. It is also a major blow to Liverpool's hopes of retaining their title.