Chelsea will host Aston Villa in a highly anticipated clash on Saturday evening at Stamford Bridge as part of Round 18 of the 2025–2026 English Premier League season.
This fixture comes amid a packed Premier League schedule this season, following the cancellation of the traditional Boxing Day round and the redistribution of matches across three days to accommodate modern broadcasting arrangements.
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca is eager to guide his side back to winning form after a 2–2 draw with Newcastle in their last league outing.
The Blues are keen to remain competitive within the top four of the Premier League table.
On the other hand, Aston Villa, led by Unai Emery, are aiming to extend their impressive winning streak, which has reached 10 consecutive victories across all competitions.
The team is firmly in the title race and hopes to continue putting pressure on Arsenal and Manchester City.
Villa come into the match after a crucial 2–1 victory over Manchester United, marking their tenth straight win in all competitions, including seven victories in the Premier League.
Chelsea currently sit fourth in the Premier League standings with 29 points, having won eight matches, drawn five, and lost four.
They have scored 29 goals and conceded 17.
Aston Villa occupy third place with 36 points, just three points behind leaders Arsenal and one point behind second-placed Manchester City.
Villa have recorded 11 wins, three draws, and three losses, scoring 27 goals and conceding 18.
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