Graham Potter’s Chelsea and Unai Emery’s Aston Villa go head-to-head in Premier League action at Stamford Bridge this weekend. Both teams have won three and drawn one of their last four and are level on 38 points each in the current EPL standings.
If you like to bet on soccer, we have the latest Chelsea stats and Aston Villa odds in this in-depth preview. Keep reading for our Chelsea vs Aston Villa prediction.
Chelsea vs. Aston Villa Information
Chelsea vs Aston Villa
Location of the game: Stamford Bridge, London.
Date and Time: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 12:30 PM ET.
How to Watch: USA Network
Recent Scores
Chelsea has not been themselves this season, though they did manage to beat Aston Villa in the reverse match back in October. Mason Mount scored in both halves to give the Blues a 2-0 win. Incredibly, the victory at Leicester City in their last away game was Chelsea’s first away success since prevailing at Villa Park.
Aston Villa has struggled in recent meetings with Chelsea. The Villans have won just one of the last 12 against the London side. Keep reading this Chelsea vs Aston Villa prediction for the best odds and tips for Saturday’s game.
Chelsea vs. Aston Villa Analysis
On the whole, Chelsea has had a pretty miserable season. They were tipped to be in the title race before a ball was kicked, but Thomas Tuchel was sacked in September after the Blues made a slow start.
Potter worked wonders during his time at Brighton & Hove Albion, and he made a strong start to his Stamford Bridge career. However, things went downhill rapidly, and the Londoners have spent the last few months languishing around mid-table.
There have been positive signs of late, though. Chelsea is through to the last eight of the UEFA Champions League after seeing off Borussia Dortmund over two legs in the Round of 16. They have also secured wins over Leeds United and Leicester in the Premier League recently.
Emery’s Impact
Aston Villa is in fine shape under Emery. The experienced Spaniard is doing an excellent job at Villa Park after taking over from Steven Gerrard back in October. Emery has guided Villa to wins over Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.
The Midlands club is out of the relegation battle having collected a more than respectable 38 points from 27 games. They have won 11, drawn five and lost 11 so far.
Just like Chelsea, Villa head into this Premier League matchup having won three and drawn one of their past four games. The wins have come against Everton, Crystal Palace and Bournemouth, and they picked up a 1-1 draw at West Ham United.
With these two teams level on 38 points apiece, this battle at Stamford Bridge could go either way. The Blues may be favorites on home soil, but Aston Villa could be tough opponents. Below you will find our Chelsea vs Aston Villa prediction and the latest betting odds.
Odds Breakdown
1×2 Odds
- Chelsea: -150
- Aston Villa: +425
- Draw: +280
Handicap Odds
- Chelsea -1: +175
- Aston Villa +1: +115
Over/Under Odds
- Over 2.5 Goals: -110
- Under 2.5 Goals: -110
Chelsea vs. Aston Villa Prediction and Betting Pick
Despite their woes this season, Chelsea has managed to remain relatively strong on their own patch. Only Arsenal, Manchester City and Southampton have left the Bridge with all three points.
Chelsea has won two and drawn one of their last three league and cup matches at home, beating German giants Dortmund in the process.
Aston Villa has been great on their travels lately, winning four of the last six. Emery’s men could be tough to break down on Saturday, and we fancy Villa to leave London with a point.
This promises to be an entertaining affair.
- Take a punt on the draw and over 2.5 goals at the top odds of +1400.
- There is also great value in +210 for the away side to open the scoring.
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