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Watkins Brace Lifts Aston Villa Over Chelsea as Emery’s Side Equals 1914 Win Streak

The result leaves Villa third on 39 points with eight straight league victories ahead of a trip to Arsenal on December 30.

Overview

  • Aston Villa came from behind to win 2–1 in London in the Premier League’s 18th round on December 27.
  • João Pedro put Chelsea ahead on 37 minutes before Ollie Watkins struck on 63 and 84 for the visitors.
  • The victory extended Villa’s run to eight consecutive league wins and 11 in all competitions, matching a mark set in March 1914.
  • Villa sit third on 39 points under Unai Emery, while Chelsea are fifth with 29.
  • Next up, Villa visit Arsenal on December 30, with Chelsea hosting Bournemouth the same day.