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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Chelsea is set for 04.03.2026 at 19:30. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Premier League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Aston Villa, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Chelsea, positioned 4, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 04.03.2026
- Kickoff: 19:30
- Favorite: Chelsea
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 27.12.2025, finishing Chelsea 1-2 Aston Villa.
Aston Villa Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Aston Villa squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Aston Villa lineup today or Aston Villa starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Aston Villa home performances:
Date Event Score 14.02.2026 Aston Villa vs Newcastle United 1 - 3 11.02.2026 Aston Villa vs Brighton 1 - 0 07.02.2026 Bournemouth vs Aston Villa 1 - 1
Chelsea Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Chelsea have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Premier League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 4
- Recent head-to-head record: Chelsea 1-2 Aston Villa
- Wins this season over Aston Villa: 10
Recent away match stats for Chelsea:
Date Event Score 13.02.2026 Hull City vs Chelsea 0 - 4 10.02.2026 Chelsea vs Leeds United 2 - 2 07.02.2026 Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Chelsea 1 - 3
Prediction and Final Word
As of 22.02.2026, odds point to Chelsea as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Aston Villa and Chelsea lineups for the Premier League 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
