Overview
- Kick-off is at 12:00 BST at Villa Park, live on Sky Sports Mix with streaming via Sky Go and available on NOW.
- Chelsea began the 2025/26 campaign with a 2-1 win over Manchester City and are unbeaten in WSL play since May 2024.
- Manager Sonia Bompastor awaits confirmation on Alyssa Thompson’s eligibility, with Naomi Girma ruled out and Sam Kerr’s minutes to be managed.
- Aston Villa head coach Natalia Arroyo describes a low-pressure approach, saying her side has "nothing to lose" against the title holders.
- Villa bolstered their defense with Lynn Wilms, reintroduced goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck to the WSL, and signed Jill Baijings permanently, with Rachel Daly set to captain.