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CHELSEA welcome Aston Villa to Stamford Bridge for some festive football under the lights.

Frank Lampard's men will be looking to bounce back after a disastrous derby defeat to Arsenal on Boxing Day.

Frank Lampard's side are hoping for another three points
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Frank Lampard's side are hoping for another three pointsCredit: Reuters

Villa meanwhile have made an excellent start to the campaign and are targeting a first top-ten finish in the Premier League since 2011.

When is Chelsea vs Aston Villa?

  • This Premier League clash is set for Monday, December 28.
  • Kick-off at the Bridge is at 5.30pm GMT.
  • When the sides met last, Chelsea ran out 2-1 winners back in June.

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What is the team news?

Chelsea could welcome back Hakim Ziyech and Olivier Giroud as they look to get back to winning ways.

Timo Werner was hauled off at half-time in the Gunners defeat and may have to make do with a place on the bench.

For the visitors, Tyrone Mings is suspended after receiving a red card in the 3-0 win over Crystal Palace.

Ross Barkley is ineligible to face his parent club despite returning to training.

Match odds

  • Chelsea to win - 8/15
  • Draw - 13/4
  • Villa victory - 9/2

*All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication.

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