Aston Villa vs Chelsea: Premier League Preview, Team Updates & Key Stats

Aston Villa and Chelsea are set to clash in an exciting Premier League fixture, following Villa’s earlier victory at Stamford Bridge this season. The match holds significance for both clubs, particularly for Villa, who aim to achieve their first league double over Chelsea since the 1989-90 season.

Aston Villa’s Recent Form

Aston Villa has had a mixed bag of results recently, managing only two wins in their last eight Premier League matches. During this stretch, they netted just five goals, averaging 0.6 goals per game.

• Last four home matches: 1 win, 1 draw, 2 losses
• Conversion rate: Only 2 goals from 76 shots (2.6%)
• Average shots per 90 minutes while losing: 16.5

This is a stark contrast to their form prior to this stretch, where they won 13 out of 15 matches and averaged 2.1 goals per game

Chelsea’s Struggles on the Road

Chelsea has not enjoyed favorable results in their recent midweek away fixtures. They have lost eight of their last ten matches on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays. This includes two losses so far in the 2025-26 season, with defeats against Leeds and Fulham.

• Midweek away games: 2 wins out of the last 10
• Recent losses: 3-1 at Leeds and 2-1 at Fulham

Key Players to Watch

Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins has been a prominent scorer against Chelsea, having found the net four times in his last six encounters, primarily at Stamford Bridge. His standout performance this season includes both goals in the 2-1 win against Chelsea.

For Chelsea, forward Tammy Abraham, who previously scored 21 goals in 58 appearances for the Blues, aims to score in consecutive home games for the first time since December 2019 against Villa.

Match Context and Significance

This fixture is particularly crucial for Villa, as they aim to maintain their momentum. With ambitions for improvement and a desire to secure a league double over Chelsea, this matchup promises to be thrilling.

As both teams prepare for this encounter, fans can expect a competitive atmosphere at Villa Park, with historical context adding to the stakes.