Get ready for an exciting clash between red-hot Aston Villa and struggling Chelsea! Villa has been on an amazing run at home, winning 10 straight matches. Meanwhile, Chelsea is still trying to find their best form under new manager Pochettino.

Villa have scored a ton of goals thanks to their talented attackers like Coutinho, Watkins, and Bailey. But they've also shown the ability to come back when trailing, like their dramatic late win over Crystal Palace last time out.

Chelsea has loads of quality too, but just haven't clicked yet in attack. Big summer signings Mudryk and Fernandez need to step up and lead the way soon.

This match sees Villa's thrilling free-flowing football against Chelsea's more cautious approach. If Villa gets off to a fast start, they could overwhelm the visiting Blues.

But if Chelsea's stars finally shine, their extra individual brilliance could turn the tide. With both teams desperate for three points, this should be a cracker!

Chelsea vs Aston Villa

The match will take place on Sunday, 24th September, 2023, at Stamford Bridge, in Fulham, adjacent to the borough of Chelsea in West London.

Aston Villa's Dramatic Comeback Keeps Hot Streak Alive

Aston Villa overturned a second-half deficit in dramatic fashion to snatch a vital 3-1 home win against Crystal Palace. After battering Palace's defense to no avail, Villa kept believing and got their reward with three goals in the final minutes.

First-Half Frustration for Free-Scoring Villa

Villa dominated territory and possession in the opening period, regularly carving open Palace's rear guard. But a combination of wayward finishing and last-ditch defending kept the score goalless at the interval.

Despite boasting the Premier League's second most potent attack behind Manchester City, Villa struggled to find their usual ruthlessness against a resilient Palace outfit. The likes of Philippe Coutinho and Ollie Watkins were kept largely quiet.

Palace Resistance Finally Broken Late On

When Odsonne Edouard coolly finished a counter attack to put Palace in front after the break, Villa's frustration mounted. But the hosts maintained high energy and positivity, continuing to commit bodies forward.

The pressure finally told in the 87th minute as substitute Jhon Duran unleashed an unstoppable volley to equalize. A controversial 95th-minute penalty then allowed Douglas Luiz to complete Villa's turnaround from the spot.

With Palace pushing desperately for an equalizer, Leon Bailey applied the finishing touches on the counter attack as Villa sealed their 10th straight home league victory.

Villa Looking Dominant as Ever

Villa's relentless positivity and perseverance was rewarded with three priceless points. Their comeback keeps alive hopes of qualifying for Europe next season. Villa's free-scoring form at home looks set to continue.

Chelsea's Struggles Continue Against Bournemouth

Chelsea controlled this game from start to finish with all the possession and passes. But they just couldn't find that little bit of magic in the final third to score goals.

The Blues zipped the ball around nicely and got into advanced positions. But that killer pass or slick combination always seemed to elude them near the Bournemouth goal.

Chelsea were missing some attacking stars due to injury. But still, their lack of sharpness and chemistry was evident in the last phase of the attack.

Sterling Hits the Post from a Free Kick

Chelsea's best chance came from a set piece when tricky winger Sterling bent a free kick off the crossbar. It was so close to breaking the deadlock!

Sterling has the technique to score from those positions. But it just wasn't Chelsea's day in front of goal. Even when they got in good areas, the finishing touch deserted them.

Few Standout Performances

It was a match to forget for most Chelsea players. Nobody really stood out or imposed themselves on the game.

Even big-money summer signings like Mudryk had quiet games and failed to ignite the attack. Midfielder Jorginho passed neatly but created little. It was all a bit dull from Chelsea.

With so many changes to the squad this summer, Chelsea still seems to lack chemistry and cohesion in the final third. This performance won't ease the pressure on new manager Pochettino.

Chelsea's New Era Under Pochettino

It's very much a new era at Chelsea after all the disruption of last season. With the Todd Boehly revolution well underway, the Blues turned to former Spurs boss Pochettino to lead them into this new chapter.

Chelsea has done a total revamp to the previous side and is looking to start fresh this season with some impressive signings.

Highly-rated young French center-back Benoit Badiashile came in from Monaco to freshen up the defense. He is certainly going to give good company to the father figure of Thiago Silva.

Murdyk needs to be fired soon

Further forward, Mykhailo Mudryk arrived for mega money from Shakhtar as an exciting wide option, while Argentina's World Cup-winning midfield duo of Enzo Fernandez and Carlos Alcaraz also rocked up at the Bridge.

Pochettino still has last season's standouts like James and Silva to call on too though. And I'd expect new boy Mudryk to spark an instant understanding that could light up the Premier League.

After all the turmoil of the Abramovich era, Chelsea finally looks to be building something sustainable under their new ownership. The Pochettino-Lampard double act has everyone genuinely excited to see what they can achieve.

Predicted Lineups

Chelsea: Robert Sánchez, Ben Chilwell, Thiago Silva, Axel Disasi, Malo Gusto, Moisés Caicedo, Enzo Fernández, Conor Gallagher, Mykhaylo Mudryk, Nicolas Jackson, Noni Madueke

Aston Villa: Emiliano Martínez, Lucas Digne, Tyrone Mings, Ezri Konsa, Matty Cash, Douglas Luiz, Youri Tielemans, Moussa Diaby, Emiliano Buendía, John McGinn, Ollie Watkins.

Key Battles

Villa's fuel injection Buendia takes on Chelsea's French prodigy Benoit Badiashile at the back. Buendia's quick feet and vision could unpick Chelsea's defense.

Chelsea's new boy Mudryk faces Villa's experienced right-back Matty Cash. Mudryk's pace and 1v1 ability will really test Cash.