New Delhi, May 16 -- Ollie Watkins scored two goals and had another disallowed as Aston Villa set itself up nicely for next week's Europa League final with a 4-2 win at home against Liverpool on Friday.

The win also guaranteed Villa a place in next year's Champions League.

The win just five days before Villa faces Freiburg in the Europa League decider means Unai Emery's side ensured a top-five finish in the Premier League.

"It's a great performance and a great way to end the season at Villa Park," captain John McGinn told broadcaster Sky Sports "We've just made this club a Champions League club again, and it allows us to be excited and enjoy the game on Wednesday.

Liverpool was three points behind in fifth and still sweating whether i...