The highly anticipated Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Chelsea is set to take place on 4 March 2026. With both teams vying for a top spot, this encounter promises to deliver thrilling football action. Aston Villa, currently sitting in 4th place with 51 points, will look to maintain their upper hand against Chelsea, who are 6th with 45 points.
Recent encounters between these sides have been closely contested, with Aston Villa winning the last two matches. Fans can expect a gripping match as both teams aim to boost their standings in the league.
Aston Villa – Chelsea: When and Where?
- City: Birmingham
- Stadium: Villa Park
- Date: 4 March 2026
- Hour: 21:30 SAST
The match will be played at the iconic Villa Park in Birmingham. Scheduled for a 21:30 kick-off, fans attending the game in person or watching from home can anticipate an electric atmosphere as these two top-tier teams face off.
Aston Villa – Chelsea: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: SuperSport Premier League HD or SuperSport Football HD or ESPN Africa
- Broadcast time: 21:30 SAST
For football fans in South Africa, the match will be broadcast live on SuperSport Premier League HD or SuperSport Football HD, ensuring you don’t miss a moment of the action. If you prefer streaming, the DStv App provides access to SuperSport’s channels for subscribers. Alternatively, you can catch the game on ESPN Africa. It’s advisable to verify details closer to the match date by visiting Live Soccer TV to ensure you have the latest broadcast information.
Aston Villa – Chelsea: Predicted Lineups
As the match approaches, both teams are expected to field strong lineups, despite facing some injury challenges. Aston Villa and Chelsea will need to strategize effectively to overcome their opponents and secure a vital win.
| 3Victor Lindelof |
| 6Ross Barkley |
| 12Lucas Digne |
| 14Pau Francisco Torres |
| 18Tammy Abraham |
| 19Jadon Sancho |
| 26Lamare Bogarde |
| 40Marco Bizot |
| 47Alysson Edward |
| 1Robert Sanchez |
| 3Marc Cucurella |
| 4Tosin Adarabioyo |
| 5Benoît Badiashile |
| 9Liam Delap |
| 17Andrey Santos |
| 19Mamadou Sarr |
| 38Marc Guiu |
| 45Romeo Lavia |
Aston Villa Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Aston Villa aims to capitalize on their recent form, despite some key players missing due to injuries. The lineup will likely include:
- Aston Villa predicted lineup: Emiliano Martinez, Matty Cash, Ezri Konsa, Pau Francisco Torres, Lucas Digne, Douglas Luiz, Amadou Onana, Jadon Sancho, Morgan Rogers, Emiliano Buendia, Ollie Watkins
- Aston Villa injuries and suspensions: Boubacar Kamara, John McGinn, Youri Tielemans, Andres Garcia, Harvey Elliott
Chelsea Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Chelsea is also dealing with a few injury concerns. However, their squad depth should allow them to field a competitive team:
- Chelsea predicted lineup: Robert Sanchez, Reece James, Wesley Fofana, Trevoh Chalobah, Jorrel Hato, Moises Caicedo, Andrey Santos, Cole Palmer, Enzo Fernandez, Alejandro Garnacho, Joao Pedro
- Chelsea injuries and suspensions: Levi Colwill, Dario Essugo, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, Marc Cucurella, Estevao
Both teams will look to their key players to make a difference on the pitch. With the stakes high and previous matches showing a fierce rivalry, this game is set to be an entertaining spectacle for all football enthusiasts.
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