Aston Villa are having one of their best seasons in recent times. They are now in 4th with 66 points, and they have a very good chance to secure their spot in the upcoming UEFA Champions League. However, The Villans have a difficult match tonight in the English Premier League. They will take on Chelsea FC at the Villa Park, aiming to strengthen their position in the top four.
On the other hand, Chelsea have been struggling throughout the season. They are likely to miss European football next season, as the Blues are in 9th at the point table. Following their heavy defeat against Arsenal, Chelsea are now desperate to bounce back.
Stats & Facts
- Aston Villa have already defeated Chelsea in the Premier League this season at Stamford Bridge. A win would see them completing the league double over Chelsea for the first time since 1990.
- Away records have been brilliant for Chelsea against Aston Villa. The Blues have won seven of their last nine away games against the Villans in the Premier League.
- Chelsea have defeated Aston Villa in the FA Cup this season at Villa Park. A defeat would see Aston Villa losing two home games against a single opponent for the first time since 2014.
- The last time Chelsea won a match outside of London was in December when they beat Luton. Since then, the Blues are winless in their last three league matches outside of London.
- Chelsea have failed to score in their last two games across all competitions, conceding six goals. Meanwhile, Aston Villa have won all their last four matches in all competitions
Team News
Villa boss Unai Emery has been dealing with lots of injured players throughout the season. He will also miss the service of Boubacar Kamara, Emiliano Buendia, Tyrone Mings, Jacob Ramsey, Alex Moreno, and Nicolo Zaniolo for tonight’s match. Midfielder Douglas Luiz missed a match for suspension, but he is eligible again for the Villans and will play against Chelsea.
As for Chelsea, Enzo Fernandez has undergone surgery and will miss the rest of the season! The Blues will be also without Malo Gusto, Ben Chilwell, Wesley Fofana, Romeo Lavia, Reece James, and Levi Colwill due to their respective injury.
Cole Palmer, who missed the crucial match against Arsenal, has returned to training and should be fine to play tonight.
Possible Lineup for Aston Villa:
Martinez; Konsa, Carlos, Torres, Digne; Bailey, Luiz, Tielemans, McGinn; Rogers; Watkins
Possible Lineup for Chelsea:
Petrovic; Disasi, Chalobah, Silva, Cucurella; Caicedo, Gallagher; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson
Prediction: Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea
Chelsea’s defense has been a massive issue for Mauricio Pochettino. They couldn’t do well under pressure, especially when a team pressed them highly in the final 10 minutes. Therefore, it will be difficult for Chelsea to stop Ollie Watkins, who has already scored 19 goals in the league for Aston Villa.
Considering recent form, we predict Aston Villa to win this match at their home ground.
Betfair Odds
Aston Villa: 2.08
Draw: 3.94
Chelsea: 3.28
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