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Chelsea battle from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw at St James' Park as Newcastle United squander a two-goal lead on Saturday afternoon.
Next Game: Chelsea vs. Aston Villa - Saturday, December 27 at 5.30pm in Premier League
| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 3 | Aston Villa | 17 | 9 | 36 |
| 4 | Chelsea | 17 | 12 | 29 |
| 5 | Manchester United | 18 | 4 | 29 |
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Team News: Chelsea vs. Aston Villa injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Aston Villa.23:38
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Aston Villa lineup vs. Chelsea: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Unai Emery faces Jadon Sancho decision
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Aston Villa could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Chelsea.Dec 25, 22:39
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Chelsea lineup vs. Aston Villa: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Enzo Maresca faces Estevao and Liam Delap decisions
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa.Dec 25, 22:36
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Preview:Chelsea vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Dec 25, 20:28
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Aston Villa looking to equal 128-year club record in Chelsea Premier League showdown
Aston Villa will be looking to equal a 128-year club record when they square off against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening.Dec 25, 13:13
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Chelsea transfer news: Why Blues might be 'unable' to let unwanted player leave in January
Axel Disasi's possible move away from Chelsea encounters one obstacle.Dec 25, 02:41
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Chelsea injury, suspension list and return dates for Aston Villa: Romeo Lavia, Dario Essugo latest
Sports Mole rounds up all of Chelsea’s latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Premier League fixture against Aston Villa.Dec 24, 23:05
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Chelsea vs. Aston Villa: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for Premier League clash
Sports Mole details everything you need to know about how to watch Chelsea play Aston Villa on Saturday in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge.Dec 24, 19:08
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Chelsea transfer news: Enzo Maresca gives clear hint as to whether Blues will be busy during winter window
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca gives a clear hint as to whether the West Londoners will be busy during the winter transfer window.Dec 24, 11:12
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Chelsea injury news: Estevao Willian, Liam Delap update delivered by Enzo Maresca ahead of Aston Villa showdown
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca delivers a fresh injury update on Estevao Willian and Liam Delap ahead of Saturday's Premier League fixture against Aston Villa.Dec 24, 10:45
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Barcelona transfer news: Two Premier League defenders 'offered' to Barca this winter
FC Barcelona, who are looking to strengthen their central defence on the 2026 transfer market, are reportedly offered two Premier League defenders this winter.Dec 24, 09:23
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Greatest volleys in Premier League history ranked - does Rooney, Van Persie, Scholes or Yeboah take top spot?
Sports Mole counts down the top 20 volleys in Premier League history.Dec 24, 02:35
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Chelsea transfer news: January exit 'on hold' for Enzo Maresca outcast after Thiago Silva decision
A Chelsea outcast's exit from the club in the January transfer window is allegedly on hold, even though the Blues have opened the door for him to make a specific move.Dec 23, 16:05
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Arsenal transfer news: Ethan Nwaneri fear emerges as Gunners 'very interested' in Marseille teenager
Arsenal reportedly find themselves in a three-way battle to sign a teenage Marseille talent, in a move that could have potential implications for Ethan Nwaneri.Dec 23, 15:23
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Major Antoine Semenyo update as 'initial' transfer enquiry made from Premier League giants
Chelsea reportedly make initial inquiry about AFC Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo who has a £65m release clause in his contract.Dec 23, 14:40
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Premier League GW18: Injury news, team news, absentees and doubts for every club
Sports Mole rounds up all of the injury news, team news, absentees and doubts for every club ahead of gameweek 18 of the 2025-26 Premier League season.Dec 23, 13:53
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Premier League GW17 Team of the Week: Erling Haaland, Declan Rice, Virgil van Dijk
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week for gameweek 17 of the 2025-26 season, including Erling Haaland, Declan Rice and Virgil van Dijk.Dec 23, 09:00
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Liverpool news: 'It was tempting' - How Jose Mourinho almost convinced Steven Gerrard to leave the Reds
Steven Gerrard's Liverpool account details behind-the-scenes events, internal doubts at Anfield and the weight of the Portuguese manager's approach at the peak of his career.Dec 23, 08:43
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Chelsea 'identify' Lille midfielder as potential January target
Chelsea are reportedly planning to bolster their midfield areas in the January transfer window, and they have earmarked Lille youngster Ayyoub Bouaddi as a potential option.Dec 22, 19:26
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Chelsea transfer news: Can Aaron Anselmino be recalled from Borussia Dortmund during winter window?
Chelsea may reportedly be left with a decision to make over the immediate future of Borussia Dortmund loanee Aaron Anselmino.Dec 22, 15:28
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