Aston Villa travel to London this evening looking to secure an 11th consecutive victory and keep their title dreams alive.
Unai Emery’s side have become the league’s most efficient unit, blending tactical discipline with the clinical finishing of Morgan Rogers and Ollie Watkins. Confidence is at an all-time high as the Villans aim to consolidate their position in the top three.
Facing an inconsistent Chelsea side, Villa will sense an opportunity to strike another blow against a traditional “Big Six” rival. Emery has already masterminded wins over Arsenal and Manchester United this month, and another victory today would match a club record that has stood since 1914.
Aston Villa Team News
Unai Emery is forced to reshuffle his attacking options as Evann Guessand has departed to join the Ivory Coast squad for the Africa Cup of Nations. However, the Villans are boosted by the return of Jadon Sancho, who is back in contention after being ineligible to face his parent club, Manchester United. Sancho’s availability provides a fresh, creative outlet on the wing, though Harvey Elliott remains a major doubt for the matchday squad due to an ongoing illness.
The defensive unit remains a point of concern despite the team’s winning form. Pau Torres and Tyrone Mings are both sidelined with calf and hamstring injuries, respectively, meaning Victor Lindelöf will once again partner Ezri Konsa in the heart of the defence. Additionally, former Blues midfielder Ross Barkley remains out with a knee injury, leaving the midfield anchor roles to the reliable pairing of Amadou Onana and Boubacar Kamara.
Aston Villa Predicted Lineup
Aston Villa predicted XI: Martínez; Cash, Konsa, Lindelöf, Maatsen; Kamara, Onana; McGinn, Tielemans, Rogers; Watkins
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, 27 December 2025. Kick-off is scheduled for 17:30 GMT.
How to watch Chelsea vs Aston Villa?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Coverage starts at 17:00 GMT.
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