Arsenal closed out 2025 in emphatic fashion, smashing third-placed Aston Villa 4-1 on Tuesday to surge five points clear at the top of the Premier League.

Chelsea predicted lineup vs. Aston Villa (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; James, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Neto, Palmer, Garnacho; Pedro.

We analyse the talking points from Stamford Bridge as Aston Villa came from behind to extend their winning run to eight matches

Aston Villa put their 10-match win streak on the line when they visit Chelsea in a top-four clash at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

Alan: I heard some of the pundits say that our poor first-half performances are part of a plan to conserve energy but I don't buy it. I think it is more a combination of smart substitutions and character/belief. Then, when we equalise the other team starts to doubt itself because of our reputation. Long may it last.

Preview the matchup between Chelsea FC and Aston Villa with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

Chelsea have reportedly made contact to sign a striker who could end up costing them £44m to sign, but they have competition.Both Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa have been named on the report as