Aston Villa secured a Champions League berth with a 4-2 Liverpool victory, propelling striker Ollie Watkins into the spotlight.

Watkins, who netted 12 Premier League goals this season, found form after a quiet start and an England squad snub. His nine goals since March eclipse Harry Kane’s tally for the period, making him the most prolific English striker.

The win also guarantees Villa a Europa League final appearance in Istanbul, a first major trophy chase in 30 years. Watkins’ surge now puts him firmly on the radar for England’s World Cup squad.

With his confidence soaring, Watkins offers England a different attacking threat, and Villa’s European ambitions have never looked brighter.