Yahoo Sports Aston Villa XI vs Chelsea – Predicted lineup and team news
Aston Villa travel to Chelsea looking to end a run of seven games without a win in all competitions.
Unai Emery’s side have dropped to ninth in the Premier League after a downturn in form and will want to avoid losing further ground on the top four.
Goals have been an issue for The Villans, who have netted just three times in their last five fixtures, following a goalless draw with Juventus in the Champions League midweek. However, Villa can take encouragement from a strong recent record at Chelsea, with the club unbeaten in their last three trips to Stamford Bridge.
Aston Villa XI vs Chelsea – Predicted lineup and team news
Aston Villa team news
Ezri Konsa is expected to return to the starting side after beginning the draw with Juventus from the bench, with Diego Carlos the man likely to make way.
Amadou Onana is in contention to feature after missing recent games with a foot issue picked up while representing Belgium during the international break. Ross Barkley will hope to keep his place in the team against his former side after scoring against Crystal Palace last week, while Jhon Duran is also pushing for inclusion.
The Colombian – who was subject of transfer interest from Chelsea in the summer – is Aston Villa’s leading scorer in all competitions with eight goals. However, he has not started a Premier League game this season.
Aston Villa predicted lineup vs Chelsea
Aston Villa predicted XI: Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Torres, Digne; Onana, Tielemans, McGinn; Bailey, Rogers, Watkins.
When is Chelsea vs Aston Villa?
Chelsea host Aston Villa in the Premier League on Sunday December 1st 2024. Kick-off at Stamford Bridge is 13:30 GMT.
What TV channel will Chelsea vs Aston Villa be on?
Chelsea vs Aston Villa will be available to watch on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Go UK and Sky Sports Ultra.
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