Chelsea vs Aston Villa Prediction: Chelsea face a tough opponent

Prediction for the FA Cup Chelsea vs Aston Villa match which will take place on January 26th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Chelsea

Mauricio Pochettino's wards were rehabilitated for their defeat away to Middlesbrough in the first leg of the English League Cup semi-final. The return leg at Stamford Bridge was dominated by the London team, who crushed their opponents 6:1. The club pleased the fans and defeated Fulham with a score of 1:0. With 31 points in the asset, Chelsea is ninth place in the EPL standings.

Aston Villa

In the previous round of the FA Cup, Aston Villa faced Middlesbrough. Unai Emery's wards defeated the champions 1:0 on the road. In the next match (round 21 of the EPL), Birmingham didn't have a clean sheet but could not record a productive action of their own. They drew 0:0 away at Everton. Aston Villa is fourth in the Premier League standings with 43 points.

Expert Betting Tips

After games against underdogs, Chelsea face a tough opponent. Unai Emery's wards will be keen to redeem themselves in the cup. Chelsea has had a busy run of fixtures recently. We expect them not to lose in regulation time in their next game against Aston Villa and that the match will be productive.