Chelsea delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge, reinforcing their presence in the Premier League title race. Goals from Nicolas Jackson, Enzo Fernandez, and a stunning strike by Cole Palmer sealed the win, showcasing Chelsea’s offensive prowess.
The game started with a bang as Jackson converted Marc Cucurella’s precise cross in the seventh minute for his eighth league goal of the season. Enzo Fernandez followed up before halftime, doubling the Blues’ lead with a composed finish. Late in the match, Cole Palmer capped off the performance with a spectacular 20-yard effort that left the Villa defense stunned.
Chelsea’s victory propelled them above Manchester City in the league standings and kept them hot on Arsenal’s heels. Although Arsenal maintained their second-place position with a win, Chelsea’s form signals a strong challenge in the weeks ahead.
For Villa, the defeat extended a challenging streak, marking their fifth consecutive Premier League game without a win and leaving them 12th in the table. The result underlines the mounting pressure on Aston Villa to turn their season around.
