Aston Villa vs Chelsea: Who will win Premier League clash? AI predictions, expected lineups, live streaming and more

Premier League: Here is everything you need to know about AI predictions, live streaming details, team news, and expected lineups for the Aston Villa vs Chelsea clash.

Aachal Maniyar
Updated4 Mar 2026, 11:15 PM IST
Aston Villa vs Chelsea
Aston Villa vs Chelsea(REUTERS)

Aston Villa will face Chelsea in the Premier League on Wednesday (March 4). The match will be played at Villa Park in Birmingham, England.

Aston Villa come into this clash looking to bounce back and strengthen their push for European spots, having shown strong home form at Villa Park under Unai Emery despite recent inconsistencies. Chelsea, meanwhile, aim to end a winless run in the league and climb back into the Champions League qualification race, relying on their attacking talent amid a tough patch.

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Aston Villa vs Chelsea: Match details

Date: Wednesday, March 4

Time: 2:30 PM ET in the US / 1:00 AM IST (March 5) in India

Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham.

Referee: Jarred Gillett

VAR: James Bell

Aston Villa vs Chelsea: Live streaming details

Fans in the United States can watch the match on USA Network, NBC Sports platforms, or streaming services like Peacock.

Fans in India can watch the Aston Villa vs Chelsea match live on the Star Sports network or JioHotstar app.

Aston Villa vs Chelsea: AI Predictions

Grok: “This Premier League showdown at Villa Park could be a tight battle, with Aston Villa's strong home record and Emery's tactical edge clashing against Chelsea's individual quality and need for points. Both sides have shown vulnerability lately, so expect a gritty affair with chances on the counter. Chelsea to nick it 2-1 thanks to their attacking depth and desperation for a win.”

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ChatGPT: "Aston Villa have the home advantage and motivation to reignite their season, but Chelsea's squad talent could shine through if they perform. Recent form suggests a draw is likely in a competitive match. A high-stakes, intense situation is predicted."

Aston Villa vs Chelsea: Team news

Aston Villa:

John McGinn is nearing a return but likely misses this one after a long absence. Several players remain sidelined or doubtful, but the squad has depth at home following recent performances.

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Chelsea:

Pedro Neto is suspended after recent red card issues. Marc Cucurella, Estevao, Jamie Gittens, and Levi Colwill are out with injuries. Cole Palmer is fit, but the team has multiple absentees impacting defense and attack.

Aston Villa vs Chelsea: Predicted lineups

Aston Villa expected lineup: Martinez, Cash, Konsa, Torres, Maatsen, Luiz, Onana, Buendia, Rogers, Sancho, Abraham.

Chelsea expected lineup: Sanchez, James, Chalobah, Fofana, Hato, Caicedo, Santos, Palmer, Fernandez, Garnacho, Pedro.

Aston Villa vs Chelsea: Head-to-head details

Matches won by Aston Villa: 59

Matches won by Chelsea: 69

Matches ending in a draw: 38

About the Author

Aachal Maniyar is a Senior Content Producer at LiveMint, where she covers US sports with a focus on major leagues, marquee events, and athlete-driven stories, while also reporting extensively on cricket and global sports. With over five years of first-hand journalism experience, she combines sharp editorial judgment with real-time sports storytelling across platforms. <br><br> Her reporting journey spans leading newsrooms including Thomson Reuters, India TV, BTVI, ET NOW, and CNBC TV18, where she has worked across breaking news, live match coverage, feature writing, interviews, video scripting, and anchoring. This multi-platform exposure has shaped her ability to deliver context-rich sports and business journalism tailored for both television and digital audiences. <br><br> Aachal has conducted and produced exclusive interviews with athletes and public figures such as India cricketer Dhruv Jurel, Indian women’s hockey captain Savita Punia, and industrialist Ratan Tata, along with several emerging and established sports personalities. Her body of work includes in-depth explainers, athlete profiles, emotionally resonant fan narratives, and data-backed match analysis across cricket, Olympic sports, and international competitions. <br><br> She holds a Master’s degree in Journalism from Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune, and believes in reporting that is grounded in accuracy, clarity, and credibility. Her philosophy is simple: sports journalism should go beyond scores and statistics, capturing the human stories, pressure moments, and decisions that shape the game and the people who play it.

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