Chelsea recently ended their match against Newcastle United in a 2-2 draw and this weekend, they will face a tougher challenge against Aston Villa, who just secured a win over Manchester United and are now contenders for the title.
It’s been a challenging season for Chelsea, but they remain in the Premier League‘s top four. They trail third-placed Villa by seven points, and a victory on Saturday could help narrow that gap.
They are receiving significant boosts ahead of the match. Cole Palmer has regained his health and is set to play a full match, which is a major advantage for the team.
Additionally, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca announced in a pre-match press conference that two key players, right winger Estevao Willian and striker Liam Delap, are also fit to play against Aston Villa.
Delap is the team’s only dedicated center forward, making his return significant. He has been sidelined since the start of the month due to a shoulder injury, after previously missing time earlier this season with a hamstring problem.
Estevao is a promising young talent for Chelsea and is considered the team’s second best player after Palmer, who is competing for the Ballon d’Or. Estevao’s ability to change games with his speed, dribbling, creativity, and striking makes him a crucial asset. His absence due to a muscular issue had a noticeable effect on Chelsea’s offensive performance.
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