Rodgers: Villa loss a reality check

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers believes his players were served a dose of reality this week and he hopes they have learned they cannot afford to be the slightest bit complacent.

An unexpected 3-1 defeat by Aston Villa last weekend was the Reds’ worst display of the season and killed any momentum the team had going into the festive period.

As a result they have slipped seven points off the pace for Champions League qualification and with a packed schedule coming up Rodgers is keen for his side to swiftly address the issue.