In a season that has been largely disappointing for Liverpool, the emergence of Rio Ngumoha has been a rare and welcome bright spot. The 17-year-old winger has quickly become a fan favorite, and tonight he writes his name alongside Anfield's teenage legends by starting against Aston Villa.

Ngumoha is already the youngest player ever to score for Liverpool in the Premier League, having netted the winner at Newcastle earlier this season. Now, in the penultimate match of the campaign, he has equaled a club record set by Michael Owen—starting four league games as a teenager. Given his electric performances and the struggles of some senior stars, it feels like he should have been in the lineup far more often.

With just one more game to go—a final day clash against Brentford—Ngumoha is poised to surpass Owen's record next week. But first, all eyes are on tonight's crucial fixture at Villa Park. Can the young star make the difference and help secure Liverpool's place in next season's Champions League?