Chelsea travel to Villa Park tonight aiming to secure their first away victory at the ground since 2022 and close the gap on the Champions League places.The Blues have moved into a period of frustration under manager Liam Rosenior, currently sitting sixth in the table and winless in their last three matches. Manager Rosenior oversaw a narrow 2–1 defeat to Arsenal on Sunday, a result that highlighted his side’s continued tactical progression but also their vulnerability at set-pieces. Notably, Chelsea have lost eight of their last 10 midweek away games in the Premier League, including both of their trips on the road this year.Chelsea Team NewsLiam Rosenior manages a squad missing a key winger due to suspension but bolstered by a significant defensive return. Notably, Wesley Fofana is available for selection after serving his ban, while Cole Palmer has been cleared to play despite a minor injury scare against Arsenal. Consequently, Tosin Adarabioyo may make way in central defence. However, Pedro Neto is suspended following his red card, and Marc Cucurella remains a major doubt. Notably, João Pedro has been directly involved in five goals in his five career appearances against Aston Villa, his favourite opponent in the competition.Robert Sánchez will start in goal behind a defensive line led by captain Reece James and the returning Fofana. In midfield, Moisés Caicedo and Andrey Santos are expected to anchor the side, allowing Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernández to support João Pedro in attack. Notably, Chelsea are winless in their last two visits to Villa Park and haven’t lost consecutive away league games at the ground since the early 2000s. The visitors have dropped 19 points from winning positions this term, a habit they must break to secure a vital result tonight.Chelsea Predicted LineupChelsea Predicted XI (4-3-3): Sanchez; James, Chalobah, Fofana, Hato; Caicedo, Santos; Palmer, Fernandez, Garnacho; PedroWhen will the match kick off?The Premier League fixture takes place at Villa Park on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:30 GMT.How to watch Aston Villa vs Chelsea?UK fans can watch the match live on TNT Sports 3. Highlights will be available on the TNT Sports app shortly after the final whistle. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});Read more- Man Utd boss Carrick says set-piece grappling has ‘gone too far’See Also- Haaland injury update delivered ahead of Man City vs ForestFollow the Football Faithful on Social Media:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeThe post Chelsea XI vs Aston Villa – Predicted lineup and team news first appeared on The Football Faithful.