Chelsea vs Aston Villa – Predicted Lineup and Team Updates

Published On: March 4, 2026

Chelsea vs Aston Villa – Predicted Lineup and Team Updates

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Chelsea visits Villa Park tonight, hoping to achieve their first away victory at this venue since 2022 and to narrow the gap for Champions League spots.

The team is facing challenges under manager Liam Rosenior, currently placed sixth in the league and without a win in their last three matches. They lost 2-1 to Arsenal on Sunday, showing some tactical improvements but also weaknesses in defending set-pieces. Chelsea has struggled with eight losses in their last ten midweek away games in the Premier League, including both this year.

Chelsea Team News

Manager Liam Rosenior is dealing with a missing key winger due to suspension but gains a significant defensive boost. Wesley Fofana returns from suspension, and Cole Palmer is cleared to play after a minor injury scare against Arsenal. This could result in Tosin Adarabioyo being benched. However, Pedro Neto is suspended after receiving a red card, and Marc Cucurella remains doubtful. João Pedro has been notably involved in five goals across five matches against Aston Villa, making them his favorite opponent in the league.

Robert Sánchez is expected to start in goal, with captain Reece James and the returning Fofana leading the defense. In midfield, Moisés Caicedo and Andrey Santos are likely to play key roles, supporting Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernández in attacking positions. Chelsea has not won in their last two visits to Villa Park and has not lost back-to-back away league games there since the early 2000s. So far this season, they have dropped 19 points from winning positions, a trend they need to change for a vital result tonight.